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‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill’ actor Michael Madsen found dead at 67

Hollywood actor Michael Madsen has died unexpectedly.

His manager, Ron Smith, confirmed the news on Thursday, revealing he reportedly died from cardiac arrest.

Madsen was 67.

Michael Madsen in Kill Bill.
Kill Bill

Known for his roles in “Reservoir Dogs,” “Donnie Brasco” and “Kill Bill: Vol. 2,” Madsen was reportedly discovered unresponsive by authorities in his Malibu, Calif., home early this morning.

He was pronounced dead at the scene at 8:25 a.m., a representative for the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department confirmed to The Post, adding that no foul play is suspected.

Quentin Tarantino and Michael Madsen at a Reservoir Dogs anniversary party.
Kevin Mazur
Michael Madsen at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival.
Nicholas Hunt

Madsen’s death is believed to be from natural causes, according to law enforcement.

The actors representatives released a statement following his sudden passing.

“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.,” Madsen’s managers Susan Ferris and Ron Smith, and publicist Liz Rodriguez told The Post.

“Michael was also preparing to release a new book called ‘Tears For My Father: Outlaw Thoughts and Poems,’ currently being edited,” they continued. “Michael Madsen was one of Hollywood’s most iconic actors, who will be missed by many.”

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