Kimberly Hébert Gregory, Cartoon Network Icon, Dies at 52

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Kimberly Hébert Gregory, a voice actress known for her work on animated series like Craig of the Creek and Carol & the End of the World, has died at the age of 52. Her ex-husband, Chester Gregory, shared the news on Instagram, praising her as a brilliant and inspiring woman. He described her as courageous, artistic, and resilient, and said she always showed up, even when facing difficult times. He also emphasized that she was a dear friend, not just his ex-wife.

A heartfelt message honored Kimberly Hébert Gregory, acknowledging the impact she had on those who knew her. It praised her strength and grace, noting that her life wasn’t defined by her struggles, but by her inner beauty. While many recognized her from live-action roles like Dr. Belinda Brown in the 2016 series *Vice Principals*, animation fans especially loved her voice work as Nicole, Craig’s mother, on *Craig of the Creek*. She brought the character to life over seven seasons, becoming a beloved figure on the network.

RIP Kimberly Hébert Gregory (1972-2025)

Fans of Cartoon Network’s *Craig of the Creek* will likely recognize Gregory as the voice of Nicole Williams. Throughout the show’s seven seasons, Nicole had several memorable moments. While the series mainly focused on Craig and his friends, the adult characters, including Nicole, were thoughtfully developed. She offered valuable guidance to Craig, and also showed off her own fun personality – like when a shout-out to Missy Elliot went viral!

Dan Levin, a co-creator of *Craig of the Creek*, shared a heartfelt tribute to Kimberly Gregory on Instagram following her passing. He described how she played Craig and Jessica’s mother with confidence and warmth, and brought that same kindness to the recording studio, treating the young voice actors like family. Levin fondly remembered the joy of working with Gregory, noting her dedication to the show and her infectious laugh whenever she had to perform something silly – a frequent occurrence in the cartoon.

Where to Watch Craig of the Creek

The co-creator shared that Kimberly was a remarkably talented and funny person, but also kind and brave – a true artist and a wonderful human being. Both the teams behind *Craig of the Creek* will miss her greatly. Her loss will be felt by many, and fans who want to remember Kimberly Hébert Gregory can revisit her work on shows like *Craig of the Creek*, which is available on Hulu and HBO Max.

I was so saddened to hear about Kimberly Hébert Gregory’s passing. You might recognize her from her role in *Carol & the End of the World* on Netflix, and she’s also popped up in some fantastic shows over the years – I loved seeing her in *Brooklyn Nine-Nine*, *Better Call Saul*, *The Guest Book*, and even *Grey’s Anatomy*! She really had a wonderful career, and my heart goes out to her family, friends, and everyone who loved her.

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via Chester Gregory on Instagram

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2025-10-06 19:40