Michael Madsen, best known for his roles in Kill Bill and Reservoir Dogs, died on July 3, 2025. A cause of death wasn’t immediately announced, but in the days to come, his cardiologist revealed how he died.
The news of Madsen’s death was confirmed by the actor’s publicist, Liz Rodriguez, who also revealed that he was working on multiple projects in his final days.
“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,” Rodriguez’s statement read, which was also also written by Madsen’s managers, Susan Ferris and Ron Smith, according to ABC News. “Michael was also preparing to release a new book called Tears For My Father: Outlaw Thoughts and Poems, currently being edited.”
Below, learn what the cause of Madsen’s untimely death was and learn more about the actor.
How Old Was Michael Madsen When He Died?
Madsen was 67 years old when he died.
Michael Madsen’s Cause of Death: What We Know So Far
Madsen’s publicist, Rodriguez, initially told ABC News that Madsen was suspected to have died due to cardiac arrest. Days later, Madsen’s cardiologist told NBCLA that heart failure would be listed as the actor’s cause of death, with heart disease and alcoholism identified as contributing factors.
Who Is Michael Madsen’s Wife?
Madsen was married three times throughout his life. His first marriage was to ex-wife Georganne LaPiere from 1984 to 1988, and his second marriage was to Jeannine Bisignano from 1991 to 1995.
In 1996, Madsen married his wife, DeAnna Morgan. The couple appeared to stay together despite the issues they faced in their relationship. In August 2024, Madsen was arrested on a domestic violence charge against his wife. Not much is know about the alleged incident that transpired between the spouses.
Did Michael Madsen Have Children?
Yes, Madsen shared his children, Luke, Kalvin and Hudson, with Morgan. Hudson, unfortunately, died by suicide in January 2022 at the age of 26.
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