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Kimberly Hébert Gregory: Actress Known for Her Role in 'Vice Principals' Dies at 52

Veteran actress Kimberly Hébert Gregory has reportedly died at the age of 52. Here are the details of her death and career journey.

Kimberly Hébert Gregory: Actress Known for Her Role in 'Vice Principals' Dies at 52
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Liputan6.com, Jakarta Talented actress Kimberly Hébert Gregory, best known for her role as Dr. Belinda Brown on the HBO comedy series "Vice Principals," has passed away at the age of 52.

Her death was confirmed on October 3, 2025.

Her ex-husband, Chester Gregory, announced the sad news via an Instagram post, while her "Vice Principals" co-star, Walton Goggins, also paid tribute.

Although the exact cause of her death has not been publicly disclosed, Kimberly Hébert Gregory's passing has been widely reported.

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Kimberly Hébert Gregory's Profile

Born Kimberly Rochelle Hébert on December 7, 1972, in Houston, Texas.

She attended The High School for the Performing and Visual Arts in Houston, honing her skills before pursuing higher education.

Her formal education also includes a BA in psychology from Mount Holyoke College in 1994 and a Master of Social Work from the University of Chicago in 2002.

Kimberly Hébert Gregory's career began on the Chicago theater stage in the late 1990s, building a strong foundation for her on-screen career.

She then branched out into television and film, landing significant roles that cemented her name. 

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Dr. Belinda Brown in 'Vice Principals'

One of her most iconic roles was as Dr. Belinda Brown in the 2016 series "Vice Principals," which raised her to widespread recognition.

She has appeared in popular series such as "Gossip Girl," "New Amsterdam," "Private Practice," "Two and a Half Men," "Law & Order," "Shameless," "The Big Bang Theory," and "Grey's Anatomy."

On the big screen, Kimberly Hébert Gregory has also starred in films such as "I Think I Love My Wife" (2007), "Arizona" (2018), "Five Feet Apart" (2019), and "John Henry" (2020).

In addition to acting, she also lent her voice to the characters Nicole Williams in "Craig of the Creek" and Donna in "Carol & the End of the World."

In 2021, Kimberly Hébert Gregory played Ruth Jean Baskerville Bowen in the Aretha Franklin season of the National Geographic Channel anthology series "Genius."

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Tributes and a Lasting Legacy

Chester Gregory, her ex-husband, expressed his grief, calling Kimberly "brilliance incarnate" and praising her courage, artistry, and resilience.

He also emphasized that Kimberly's legacy will live on through their son, who carries on her spirit and values.

Walton Goggins, her co-star on "Vice Principals," paid a touching tribute, describing her as "one of the best" he ever worked with and a "true professional."

Actress Busy Philipps, who also starred in "Vice Principals," expressed "deep sadness" over the news, calling Kimberly an incredible "light and strength."

Condolences also came from other Hollywood stars, including Leslie Odom Jr. and Yvette Nicole Brown.