Michael Madsen, a renowned actor celebrated for his roles in Quentin Tarantino films such as *Reservoir Dogs*, *Kill Bill Vol. 2*, and *The Hateful Eight*, passed away at 67, as confirmed by his manager to CBS News. Found unresponsive in his Malibu, California home on Thursday morning, Madsen had suffered cardiac arrest.

With a career spanning over four decades and more than 300 film and television appearances, he was best known for his iconic portrayal of Mr. Blonde in *Reservoir Dogs*, particularly in the memorable torture scene accompanied by Stealers Wheel’s “Stuck in the Middle with You.” His distinctive gruff voice left a lasting impression in supporting roles in films like *Sin City*, *Donnie Brasco*, and *Once Upon a Time in Hollywood*.

Recently, Madsen had been working on independent films, including *Resurrection Road* and *Concessions*, and was preparing to release a new poetry book, *Tears For My Father: Outlaw Thoughts and Poems*. A Chicago native, Madsen was also an accomplished poet, with published works like *Burning in Paradise* and *Expecting Rain*, reflecting the same gritty realism as his acting.

Additionally, he was an accomplished photographer and contributed to various independent projects. His managers and publicist described him as one of Hollywood’s most iconic actors, whose multifaceted talents will be deeply missed.