Writer and actor Stephen Hibbert, best known for his memorable role as “The Gimp” in the film Pulp Fiction, has passed away at the age of 68. According to family members, Hibbert died from a heart attack in Denver earlier this week. His children shared a statement expressing their sadness and honoring his life, describing him as a devoted father and a passionate supporter of the arts. Born in Fleetwood, England, Hibbert began building his career in television during the 1980s. One of his earliest writing opportunities came with Late Night with David Letterman, where he contributed to comedy writing. Over the following years, he continued working behind the scenes in television, writing scripts for several programs and animated children’s series. His work also included contributions to popular shows such as MADtv and Boy Meets World.

Although Hibbert spent much of his career writing, his brief on-screen appearance in Pulp Fiction became one of his most recognizable roles. In the film’s intense pawn shop basement sequence, his character appears when a captor orders his accomplice to “bring out the Gimp.” The character emerges from a box wearing a black leather outfit and silently guards a captive boxer played by Bruce Willis while the scene unfolds. The moment quickly became one of the most talked-about scenes in the movie and remains widely remembered by fans of director Quentin Tarantino. Beyond that role, Hibbert appeared in smaller parts in other films, including Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me. Away from Hollywood, he stayed active in Denver’s arts community and spent time teaching improvisational comedy at a local theater. Friends and colleagues remember him as a creative storyteller who loved helping others explore comedy and performance.