American actor Peter Greene, best known for portraying the sadistic villain Zed in Quentin Tarantino's 1994 film 'Pulp Fiction', has tragically passed away from an accidental gunshot wound. The incident occurred recently and was confirmed by the coroner, revealing that a bullet entered Greene's left armpit, causing severe bleeding after severing an artery responsible for blood flow to his arm and hand. At the time of his death, Greene was 60 years old.

Greene's rise to fame began with a significant role in the 1992 film 'Laws of Gravity,' alongside actress Edie Falco, who gained further recognition for her role in 'The Sopranos.' Following the success of 'Pulp Fiction', he portrayed Dorian Tyrell, the main villain in the 1994 film 'The Mask,' featuring actors Jim Carrey and Cameron Diaz. He also made notable appearances in critically acclaimed films like 'The Usual Suspects' (1996), alongside Benicio del Toro and Kevin Spacey.

In recent years, Greene continued to work in the industry, with one of his latest notable roles in the 2023 miniseries 'The Continental,' which starred Mel Gibson. His death is deemed an accident, highlighting the risks associated with firearms, and has sparked reactions from fans and colleagues alike who mourn the loss of a talented actor who left a significant mark on the film industry.