Michael Madsen was trying to commit to sobriety before his death
Michael Madsen had reportedly been making strides to overcome alcoholism but was found unresponsive at his Malibu home. Authorities suspect his death was from natural causes.
American Badass: Michael Madsen (1957-2025) | Tributes | Roger Ebert
Both Michael Madsen and Robert Mitchum were celebrated actors known for their tough guy personas, yet both could convey softer, vulnerable emotions when necessary.
Michael Madsen's performance as Glen Greenwood in Free Willy showcases his range, often overshadowed by his portrayal of villainous characters, revealing his ability to play a good man learning to be a father.
Michael Madsen's brooding charisma needed Tarantino to unlock it | Peter Bradshaw
Until 1992, when people heard Stuck in the Middle With You by Stealers Wheel on the radio, they might smile and nod and sing along to its catchy soft-rock tune and goofy Dylan-esque lyrics.