Michael Madsen, an actor known for his extensive work with director Quentin Tarantino, has died,
He was 67.
Liz Rodriguez, Madsen’s representative, told
The Hollywood Reporter
the cause of death was cardiac arrest, after Los Angeles County deputies responded to a 911 call at Madsen’s Malibu home.
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The actor was a regular in
Tarantino‘s films
, beginning with the director’s debut
Reservoir Dogs
, and going on to join the casts of both
Kill Bill
movies
, The Hateful Eight
and
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
.
He was also featured alongside Susan Sarandon in
Thelma & Louise
and played NSA chief Falco in the James Bond film
Die Another Day
.
Madsen’s first screen credit was the 1982 movie
Against All Hope.
Over the next 40 years he acquired 346 acting credits, according to IMDb.
Madsen’s official bio says he “balanced intensity with introspection … whether delivering chilling dialogue or quietly capturing a moment behind the camera, his commitment to storytelling remained constant.”
“He brought both edge and soul to every role, and his enduring influence on American cinema is undeniable,” it continues.
He is survived by his sister and fellow actor Virginia Madsen.
