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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Daily Mail
Michael Madsen's autopsy reveals he suffered obstructed arteries before death aged 67
Michael Madsen's autopsy report has revealed he also suffered from thromboembolic disease - blood clots causing obstruction of vessels or arteries. The actor died aged 67 earlier this month after being found 'unresponsive' at his Malibu home on July 3. Madsen was later pronounced dead. Madsen's manager previously claimed that Madsen had died from 'cardiac arrest', with the star's official death certificate revealing this was brought on by cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and chronic alcoholism. The certificate from the L.A. County Medical Examiner confirms Madsen's body has since been cremated, per TMZ. Coronary artery disease is a condition that causes the arteries that supply blood to the heart to become narrowed or blocked - restricting blood flow to the heart muscle and leading to oxygen deprivation and damage. This disease is the most common type of heart disease and affects one in 20 Americans above the age of 20. It usually develops due to a buildup of plaque (fatty deposits and cholesterol) on the inner walls of the coronary arteries and can cause mild discomfort to severe pressure or squeezing in the chest, which may radiate to the arms, neck, jaw, or back. Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle that affects its size, shape and structure. It affects the heart's ability to pump blood around the body efficiently and can also impact the way electrical signals make the organ beat. Earlier this month Madsen's cardiologist revealed his official cause of death to be heart failure with heart disease and alcoholism named as contributing factors, per NBC LA. The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department considers the case closed with no foul play indicated. The death is listed as from natural causes. Madsen's lawyer said the actor - known for his roles in Quentin Tarantino's Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill - was battling an alcohol addiction before he died. A statement from the actor's representatives to read: 'In the last two years Michael Madsen has been doing some incredible work with independent film including upcoming feature films Resurrection Road, Concessions and Cookbook for Southern Housewives, and was really looking forward to this next chapter in his life. 'Madsen was also preparing to release a new book called Tears For My Father: Outlaw Thoughts And Poems. 'Michael Madsen was one of Hollywood's most iconic actors, who will be missed by many.' Madsen was best known for his frequent collaborations with director Quentin Tarantino, starring in Reservoir Dogs (1992), Kill Bill: Volume 2 (2004), The Hateful Eight (2015), and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019). He also starred in 1997's Donnie Brasco as Sonny Black. Madsen is survived by his five children, estranged wife DeAnna and his actress sister Virginia Madsen. His son Hudson died by suicide in 2022 aged 26. Perry Wander, who has represented the star for 20 years, said the actor had 'many struggles'. 'I just spoke to Michael two days ago,' Wander told DailyMail, admitting that 'I knew he was not well.' 'Michael was suffering from the effects of alcoholism. He had multiple stints in and out of rehab. He struggled to maintain his sobriety. He was not happy about his life.'
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Michael Madsen's cause of death shared as Reservoir Dogs star's death certificate released
Michael Madsen's official cause of death has been confirmed as his death certificate has been released. It was announced earlier this month that the Reservoir Dogs had died after he was found unresponsive at his home in Malibu on July 3. Madsen's manager, Ron Smith, said he died after suffering a cardiac arrest and authorities at the time didn't expect any foul play. Now, new details have come to light about Michael's condition at the time of his death. The death certificate, held by the LA County Medical Examiner, revealed that his cardiac arrest was caused by cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and chronic alcoholism. It also notes thromboembolic disease, which causes blood clots, obstructing vessels or arteries. Despite alcoholism contributing, Michael had been sober for several months at the time of his death. He'd spent years in and out of rehab battling his condition, while also struggling with depression, as well as dealing with the aftermath of a broken marriage. At the time of his death, Smith said: "In the last two years Michael Madsen has been doing some incredible work with independent film including upcoming feature films Resurrection Road, Concessions and Cookbook for Southern Housewives, and was really looking forward to this next chapter in his life. "Madsen was also preparing to release a new book called Tears For My Father: Outlaw Thoughts and Poems. Michael Madsen was one of Hollywood's most iconic actors, who will be missed by many." Michael's son, Luke, who he shared with his ex-wife DeAnna, also shared a moving tribute to his late father, while also mentioning his late brother. Luke said: "Some people's heroes wear capes. And fly shooting lasers out of their eyes. Some people's heroes can fight off armies and overcome anything. "My hero wore a cowboy hat. My hero stood taller and stronger than any man I've ever met. My hero understood me better than anyone. My Hero is the coolest, most badass human being I know. Not only was my hero a famous tough guy movie star, my hero was my father, and he was a damn good one. Love you, Pops. I'll see you again someday. Tell Hudson I said hi." His actress sibling Virginia, 63, remembered her brother in a touching statement. She said in a statement to Variety: 'My brother Michael has left the stage. He was thunder and velvet. Mischief wrapped in tenderness. "A poet disguised as an outlaw. A father, a son, a brother — etched in contradiction, tempered by love that left its mark.' We're not mourning a public figure. We're not mourning a myth - but flesh and blood and ferocious heart. Who stormed through life loud, brilliant, and half on fire. Who leaves us echoes - gruff, brilliant, unrepeatable - half legend, half lullaby. "I'll miss our inside jokes, the sudden laughter, the sound of him. I'll miss the boy he was before the legend; I miss my big brother. Thank you to everyone reaching out with love and memory. In time, we'll share how we plan to celebrate his life - but for now, we stay close, and let the silence say what words can't." Hudson, Luke's older brother, sadly took his own life aged just 26 in 2022. The US actor carved out a reputation for his frequent collaborations with famed director Quentin Tarantino, featuring in cinematic hits such as The Hateful Eight, Kill Bill: Vol 1 and 2, and Once Upon A Time In Hollywood. Madsen's memorable portrayal of Mr Blonde in Reservoir Dogs saw him perform an infamous dance to Stealers Wheel's 1972 classic Stuck In The Middle With You, brandishing a razor in a notorious torture sequence. Boasting a career that spanned over four decades and included more than 300 titles, Madsen's impact on the film industry was significant, his publicist noted.
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Kill Bill actor Michael Madsen's death linked to multiple health issues, alcoholism
Veteran actor Michael Madsen, renowned for his roles in Quentin Tarantino's films such as 'Kill Bill,' 'Reservoir Dogs,' and 'Donnie Brasco,'died earlier this month at the age of 67. He was discovered unresponsive at his Malibu home on July 3, and despite paramedics' efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Initially, the cause of death was reported as cardiac arrest, but further examination has revealed additional contributing factors, including chronic to Madsen's death certificate, published by TMZ, the actor was suffering from thromboembolic disease - a condition characterised by blood clots that can lead to thromboembolism. This finding was supported by his cardiologist, who signed the death certificate, and as such, no autopsy was performed. The LA County Medical Examiner's report also indicated that Madsen had cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and chronic on the incident, paramedics at the scene stated: "What we understand is Michael had a cardiac arrest and was found unresponsive in his Malibu home earlier this morning." The combination of these health issues appears to have contributed significantly to the actor's untimely death. In the months leading up to his death, Madsen was reportedly optimistic about his future projects. His PR managers confirmed in a statement: "In the last two years, Michael Madsen has been doing some incredible work with independent film and was really looking forward to this next chapter in his life." This included his involvement in independent film projects and anticipation for upcoming creative was also preparing to release a new book of poetry titled "Tears For My Father: Outlaw Thoughts and Poems," which was in the editing stages at the time of his passing. His PR team noted he was "preparing to release a new book called Tears For My Father: Outlaw Thoughts and Poems, currently being edited."Michael Madsen, known for his intense screen presence, starred in iconic films like 'Reservoir Dogs', 'Kill Bill Vol. 1 & 2', 'The Hateful Eight', and 'Donnie Brasco'. With a career spanning decades, Madsen's gritty charm left a lasting mark on Hollywood's crime and action genres, especially through his collaborations with Tarantino.- Ends
