Michael Madsen, a frequent Quentin Tarantino collaborator on films like "Reservoir Dogs" and a veteran actor in "Free Willy" and more, has died at 67., Actor Michael Madsen, known for his roles in "Reservoir Dogs" and "Kill Bill," has died at the age of 67. Madsen's death was confirmed Thursday by his publicist, Liz Rodriguez, who told ABC News , Michael Madsen, a sledgehammer of an actor who became one of Hollywood’s reigning bare-knuckled heavies thanks to indelible performances in Quentin Tarantino’s “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill , Actor: The Hateful Eight. Michael Madsen is an enigmatic force in the entertainment industry, widely regarded as one of the most intense and compelling actors of our time. With an electrifying presence both on and off the screen, he has captivated audiences worldwide with his mesmerizing performances, making an indelible mark on the realm of , Michael Madsen, the 'Reservoir Dogs' actor who worked often with Quentin Tarantino, died at his Malibu home of cardiac arrest, a representative says. He was 67., Michael Madsen, the gravel-voiced character actor best known for playing sneering tough guys in Quentin Tarantino's "Reservoir Dogs" and "Kill Bill: Vol..