‘Reservoir Dogs,' ‘Kill Bill' and ‘Donnie Brasco' actor Michael Madsen dies at 67
Actor Michael Madsen has died after he was found unresponsive early Thursday at his Malibu home, according to authorities and his representatives.
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Prolific Hollywood actor Michael Madsen has died after he was found unresponsive early Thursday at his Malibu home, according to authorities and his representatives.
He was 67.
Deputies responded to the Los Angeles County home after a 911 call early Thursday. Madsen was pronounced dead at the residence.
The death is believed to have been from natural causes and no foul play is suspected, the sheriff's department said. In an email, manager Ron Smith confirmed Madsen died from cardiac arrest.
"In the last two years Michael Madsen has been doing some incredible work with independent film including upcoming feature films "Resurrection Road, "Concessions" and "Cookbook for Southern Housewives," and was really looking forward to this next chapter in his life.," managers Susan Ferris and Ron Smith, and publicist Liz Rodriguez said. "Michael was also preparing to release a new book called "Tears For My Father: Outlaw Thoughts and Poems," currently being edited.
"Michael Madsen was one of Hollywood’s most iconic actors, who will be missed by many.”
Known for portraying enigmatic tough guy characters, Madsen amassed a long list of film credits during his career spanning four decades. Madsen, the brother of actor Virginia Madsen, brought complex characters to life in "Kill Bill: Vol. 1," "Reservoir Dogs," "Thelma & Louise," "Donnie Brasco" and more.
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