Coverage dated July 7, 2025

‘Reservoir Dogs' actor Michael Madsen died from heart failure, doctor says

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A doctor has revealed the cause of death for Hollywood actor Michael Madsen.

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  1. NBC Chicago

    ‘Reservoir Dogs' actor Michael Madsen died from heart failure, doctor says (opens NBC Chicago)

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    A doctor has revealed the cause of death for Hollywood actor Michael Madsen.

  2. People

    Michael Madsen's Cause of Death Revealed After the Actor Was Found Dead at 67: Report (opens People)

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    Michael Madsen's manager previously said, 'What we understand is Michael had a cardiac arrest and was found unresponsive in his Malibu home' on July 3. The 'Kill Bill' actor was 67.

  3. Fox News

    New details exposed about 'Reservoir Dogs' star Michael Madsen's cause of death (opens Fox News)

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    Michael Madsen, star of Quentin Tarantino films including "Reservoir Dogs" and "Kill Bill," died at age 67 from heart failure with heart disease and alcoholism as contributing factors, per his rep.

  4. New York Post

    Michael Madsen’s official cause of death revealed: doctor (opens New York Post)

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    Michael Madsen was pronounced dead at his Malibu home on Thursday, July 3. The "Reservoir Dogs" and "Kill Bill" actor was 67.

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