Michael Madsen was an American actor, producer, poet, and photographer, known for his tough-guy roles in numerous cult classic films.

Michael Madsen Biography
Real Name | Michael Madsen |
Nickname | Michael Madsen |
Profession | Actor, poet, photographer |
Date of Birth | 25 September 1957 |
Age | 67 years (At the time of death in 2025) |
Birth Place | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
Nationality | American |
Hometown | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
Gender | Male |
Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Ethnicity | Mix of Danish, Irish, and Native American |
Religion | Catholic |
Hobbies | Poetry, photography, and writing etc. |
Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
School | New Tiger High School |
College | Not known |
Education Qualification | Graduated |
Michael Madsen Age
Michael Madsen was born on 25 September 1957 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. He was 67 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign was Libra.

Michael Madsen Wife
Marital Status | Married |
Affairs/Girlfriend | Not known |
Spouse/Wife | Georganne LaPiere (m. 1984, div. 1988) Jeannine Bisignano (m. 1991, div. 1995) DeAnna Morgan (m. 1996) |
Children | Six including Christian |
Michael Madsen Family
Father’s Name | Calvin Christian Madsen |
Mother’s Name | Elaine Madsen |
Brother’s Name | Cheryl Madsen |
Sister’s Name | Virginia Madsen |
Career
Debut | Film – 1983: WarGames TV – 1983: St. Elsewhere |
Awards | 2006 – Lifetime Achievement Award 1999 – Firecracker Alternative Book Award 2015 – Hollywood film Award and other |
Michael Madsen Movies And TV Shows
Michael Madsen Movies
Movies | Release Years |
---|---|
WarGame | 1983 |
The Natural | 1984 |
Shadow in the Storm | 1988 |
Blood Red | 1989 |
Reservoir Dogs | 1992 |
Beyond the Law | 1993 |
A House in the Hills | 1993 |
Species | 1995 |
Red Line | 1996 |
L.A.P.D. To Protect and to Serve | 2001 |
Die another Day | 2002 |
Kill Bill: Volume 1 | 2003 |
Kill Bill: volume 2 | 2004 |
The Last Drop | 2006 |
Last Hour | 2008 |
Let the Game Begin | 2010 |
Infected | 2013 |
Flipped | 2015 |
The Broken Key | 2017 |
Arctic Dogs | 2019 |
American Night | 2021 |
Arena Wars | 2024 |
A Corpse in Kensington | 2025 |
Michael Madsen Television Show
- 1983 – St. Elsewhere
- 1984 – Miami Voice
- 1986 – Crime Story
- 1989 – Almost Grown
- 1990 – The Outsiders
- 1993 – Beyond the Law
- 2000 – High Noon
- 2002 – Mad TV
- 2003 – The Bronx Bunny Show
- 2008 – Crash and Burn
- 2012 – Celebrity Big Brother
- 2012-13 – The Mob Doctor
- 2016 – Powers
- 2017 – The Wrong Neighbor
Michael Madsen Height And Weight
Height (approx) | In centimeters – 188 cm In meters – 1.88 m In feet & inches – 6’2” |
Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 81 kg In pounds – 179 lbs |
Eye Colour | Brown |
Hair Colour | Brown |
Michael Madsen Death, Cause of Death
Date of Death | 3 July 2025 |
Place of Death | At his home in Malibu, California |
Cause of Death | Cardiac arrest |
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Michael Madsen Net Worth
Net Worth (approx) | $500k to $1 million (At the time of death in 2025) |
Annual Income (approx) | Update soon |
Salary (approx) | Update soon |
Income Source | Acting, and other |

Some Lesser Facts About Michael Madsen
- Michael Madsen was born in Chicago, Illinois, to filmmaker and author Elaine and Christian Madsen.
- His father was a World War II Navy veteran and a firefighter with the Chicago Fire Department.
- His siblings were Cheryl Madsen, an entrepreneur, and Academy Award nominee Virginia Madsen.
- His mother left the financial world to pursue a career in the arts, encouraged by film critic Roger Ebert.
- Michael began working at the Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago, where he served under John Malkovich.
- He played Jim Ricker, the old friend of Jack Bauer, in the eighth season of 24.
- His son, Hudson, died in January 2022 by suicide.
- In February 2022, he was arrested on a misdemeanor trespassing charge.
- He hosted the event, An Intimate Evening with Michael Madsen to Benefit Children’s Pediatric Cancer, in 2016.
- He has amassed more than 300 acting credits throughout his prolific on-screen career.
- He began his career as the lead character in the 1982 movie Against All Hope.
- On 3 July 2025, he was pronounced dead at age 67, according to his manager; the cause of death was cardiac arrest.
FAQ:
How old was Michael Madsen?
67 years (at the time of death in 2025)
Who is Michael Madsen’s wife?
Actor Michael Madsen has been married to DeAnna Morgan since 1996.
What is Michael Madsen’s net worth?
As of 2025, Michael Madsen’s estimated net worth is $500k to $1 million.
What was Michael Madsen’s cause of death?
According to his manager, Michael Madsen’s cause of death in cardiac arrest.
What happened to Michael Madsen’s son?
Michael Madsen’s son, Hudson, died by suicide in January 2022.
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