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Pulp Fiction's Stephen Hibbert Dies Unexpectedly at 68

3/7/2026

Summary

Story summary

Stephen Hibbert, best known for his role as The Gimp in Pulp Fiction, died of a heart attack on March 2 in Denver, Colorado, at age 68.
His family said he passed away unexpectedly and emphasized his love for the arts and for his family.
Born in Fleetwood, England, Hibbert began his career as a writer on Late Night with David Letterman and contributed to Darkwing Duck and Animaniacs.
He co-wrote It's Pat: The Movie with Julia Sweeney and appeared in Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me and The Cat in the Hat.

History

Historical Context

John Belushi, a groundbreaking comedian and actor, died from a drug overdose on March 5, 1982, at age 33, shocking the entertainment industry. His influential roles on *Saturday Night Live* and in *Animal House* shaped comedy in the 1970s. Belushi's struggles with substance abuse reflect broader issues within Hollywood, highlighting the pressures faced by creative talents in the industry.

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Story summary

Stephen Hibbert, best known for his role as The Gimp in Pulp Fiction, died of a heart attack on March 2 in Denver, Colorado, at age 68.
His family said he passed away unexpectedly and emphasized his love for the arts and for his family.
Born in Fleetwood, England, Hibbert began his career as a writer on Late Night with David Letterman and contributed to Darkwing Duck and Animaniacs.
He co-wrote It's Pat: The Movie with Julia Sweeney and appeared in Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me and The Cat in the Hat.

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