Michael Madsen has died at age 67 from cardiac arrest at his Malibu home. Authorities confirmed no foul play is suspected. Madsen's career spanned over four decades, noted for roles in films like Kill Bill and Reservoir Dogs. He was actively working on several independent films and preparing to release a new book titled Tears for My Father. Madsen began his career in Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre and gained recognition for playing tough, enigmatic characters. He expressed thoughts on fame and its challenges during past interviews.
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.
Michael Madsen was one of Hollywood's most iconic actors, who will be missed by many. Over a four-decade career, Madsen had won acclaim for his portrayals of often enigmatic and frequently wise-cracking tough guys.
Speaking to the Hollywood Reporter in 2018, Madsen spoke about his industry typecasting, calling fame a two-edged sword. There are a lot of blessings but also a lot of heavy things that come with it.
Madsen began his career in Chicago as part of the Steppenwolf Theatre company as an apprentice to John Malkovich before debuting on the big screen in 1983 sci-fi WarGames.
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