Michael Madsen is an American actor. Alongside his frequent collaborations with Quentin Tarantino—Reservoir Dogs (1992), Kill Bill: Volume 2 (2004), The Hateful Eight (2015), and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)—he is known for his appearances in films such as The Natural (1984), The Doors (1991), Thelma & Louise (1991), Free Willy (1993), Species (1995), Donnie Brasco (1997), Die Another Day (2002), Sin City (2005), and Scary Movie 4 (2006). He has played voice roles in various video games, including Grand Theft Auto III (2001), Narc (2005), the Dishonored series (2012–2017), and Crime Boss: Rockay City (2023). Madsen has five children, including actor Christian Madsen.
Madsen at the 2015 San Diego Comic-Con
Madsen in 2006
Quentin Jerome Tarantino is an American film director, screenwriter, and actor. His films are characterized by stylized violence as well as extended, colorful dialogue and references to popular culture.
Tarantino in 2015
Tarantino has had a number of collaborations with director Robert Rodriguez.
Tarantino in 2009
Tarantino at the French premiere of Django Unchained in January 2013