Actor Michael Madsen Dies at 67

On 3rd July 2025, veteran actor Michael Madsen, best known for his role as Mr. Blonde in Quentin Tarantino’s Reservoir Dogs, passed away at his home in Malibu, California due to cardiac arrest.

Michael Madsen, aged 67, died of cardiac arrest at his residence, as confirmed by his longtime manager Ron Smith.
Born in Chicago, Madsen began his acting journey in the early 1980s, appearing in popular TV shows like St. Elsewhere and films such as The Natural.
Over his four-decade career, he amassed more than 300 film and television credits, solidifying his status as a prolific and versatile performer.
Madsen earned cult status with his chilling portrayal of Mr. Blonde in Reservoir Dogs (1992), directed by Quentin Tarantino.