Hollywood Mourns Michael Madsen: ‘Reservoir Dogs’ Star Dies at 67

Veteran actor Michael Madsen, widely recognized for his iconic roles in Quentin Tarantino’s films like “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill,” has passed away at the age of 67. His death was confirmed by his publicist, Liz Rodriguez, who stated Madsen was found unresponsive Thursday morning at his Malibu, California home and is believed to have died of cardiac arrest.

Rodriguez, along with Madsen’s managers Susan Ferris and Ron Smith, released a statement highlighting his recent work in independent films and an upcoming book. “Michael Madsen was one of Hollywood’s most iconic actors, who will be missed by many,” the statement read.

Madsen’s career spanned decades, encompassing over 300 films. His sister, actress Virginia Madsen, shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram. Born on September 25, 1957, Madsen’s extensive filmography includes notable performances in “Thelma and Louise,” and several Tarantino collaborations where he often played memorable tough-guy characters, from Mr. Blonde in “Reservoir Dogs” to Budd in the “Kill Bill” series.

The actor famously improvised the chilling dance scene in “Reservoir Dogs” to the song “Stuck in the Middle with You.” Despite his on-screen persona, Madsen often spoke about the duality of fame and his life as a father of seven. In 2022, Madsen faced personal tragedy with the death of his 26-year-old son, Hudson, by suicide.

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