Officials have confirmed that actor Michael Madsen, known for 'Reservoir Dogs,' died from heart failure at age 67, five days after being found unresponsive at his Malibu, California, home. Heart disease and alcoholism were cited as contributing factors. No autopsy was conducted as his cardiologist signed the death certificate, and the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department has closed the case, listing it as a death from natural causes.
‘Reservoir Dogs’ actor Michael Madsen’s cause of death revealed
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Officials have confirmed that actor Michael Madsen, known for 'Reservoir Dogs,' died from heart failure at age 67, five days after being found unresponsive at his Malibu, California, home. Heart disease and alcoholism were cited as contributing factors. No autopsy was conducted as his cardiologist signed the death certificate, and the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department has closed the case, listing it as a death from natural causes.
Trending- 1 January 2022: Michael Madsen's son, Hudson Madsen, died.
- 2 1982: Michael Madsen played Lt. Steve Phelps in the film WarGames.
- 3 1984-1988: Michael Madsen was married to Georganne LaPiere.
- 4 1991-1995: Michael Madsen was married to Jeannine Bisignano.
- 5 1992: Michael Madsen starred as Mr. Blonde in 'Reservoir Dogs'.
- 6 1996-present: Michael Madsen was married to DeAnna Madsen.
- 7 July 4 (last week): Michael Madsen's youngest son, Luke Madsen, shared a tribute on Instagram.
- 8 Five days prior to July 9, 2025: Michael Madsen was found unresponsive by deputies at his Malibu home.
- 9 July 9, 2025: Michael Madsen's cause of death was revealed.
- Official closure of the death investigation
- Tributes from family and colleagues
- Confirmation of natural causes
What: The cause of death for actor Michael Madsen was confirmed as heart failure, with heart disease and alcoholism as contributing factors.
When: Five days after he was found unresponsive (last week); confirmed on July 9, 2025.
Where: Malibu, California, at his home.
Why: To officially determine and announce the reason for the actor's death, following his passing.
How: Officials confirmed the cause of death based on the report from Madsen's cardiologist, who signed the death certificate, leading the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department to close the case as a natural death without an autopsy.