Michael Madsen, actor recognized for “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill Vol. 2,” dies at age 67 | USAEMALL.com

Michael Madsen, the actor known for appearances in several Quentin Tarantino films, including “Reservoir Dogs,” “Kill Bill Vol. 2” and “The Hateful Eight,” has died, his manager told CBS News. He was 67.

Madsen apparently went into cardiac arrest and was found unresponsive in his home in Malibu, California, on Thursday morning, manager Ron Smith said.

“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 in a statement. 

“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,” they added.

Originally from Chicago, Madsen appeared in more than 300 movies and TV shows throughout his more than four decades in Hollywood, according to IMDB.

He is perhaps best known for his role as Mr. Blonde in Quentin Tarantino’s directorial debut “Reservoir Dogs,” and the iconic scene in which he tortures a police officer while the 1973 Stealers Wheel hit “Stuck in the Middle with You” plays in the background.

While usually not playing the lead role, his unmistakable gruff voice made him a memorable presence in smaller roles and even bit parts in films like “Sin City,” “Donnie Brasco” and “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.”

Madsen has also published several collections of poetry, including “Burning in Paradise” and “Expecting Rain.” 

“His work reflects the same gritty realism and emotional undercurrent that defines his acting,” his representatives said in a statement. “In addition to acting and writing, he is an accomplished photographer and has produced a number of independent projects.”