Stephen Hibbert, the actor who played a central role in Pulp Fiction despite never saying a word, has passed away aged 68.
The late actor and writer, best known for playing the silent, leather-clad character “The Gimp” in Quentin Tarantino’s 1994 film, breathed his last on Monday, March 2, following a heart attack while in Denver, Colorado.
Shortly after news of the acclaimed author’s death, his children Ronnie, Rosalind and Greg released an emotional statement confirming his passing and honoring their father.
“Our father, Stephen Hibbert, passed away unexpectedly this week,” his family said TMZ. “His life was full of love and dedication to the arts and his family. He will be greatly missed by many.”
In addition to his iconic, non-speaking role in Pulp FictionHibbert was an accomplished writer who contributed to Late Night with David Letterman (1984–1986), Food TV and Boy Meets World.
He appeared in The Cat in the Hat, National Treasure: Book of Secrets, and as a guard in Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me.
In a 2024 interview, Hibbert discussed the lasting, unexpected fame from his brief but memorable role in Pulp Fiction.
The actor said he got “two dozen messages” on his voicemail from men telling him they liked his performance and wanted to meet for coffee.
“I quickly changed my number and didn’t go public,” he joked.
