Michael Madsen was a frequent collaborator of Quentin Tarantino, who cast him in one of his most iconic roles, Mr. Blonde (also known as Vic Vega).

Michael Madsen began his acting career in the 1980s, but would rise to prominence as a main character in Quentin Tarantino's movies like Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill: Vol 1 and 2, The Hateful Eight and more.

Michael Madsen, a tough guy character actor and frequent Quentin Tarantino collaborator, has died at the age of 67.