Hudson Madsen, son of ‘Reservoir Dogs’ actor Michael Madsen, dead at 26
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By Kelli Dugan, Cox Media Group National Content Desk
OAHU, Hawaii — Note: This post discusses suicide.If you or someone you know is thinking of harming themselves, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free support at 1-800-273-8255. Beginning July 16, 2022, U.S. residents can also be connected to the Lifeline by dialing 988. For more about risk factors and warning signs, visit the organization’sofficial website.
Hudson Lee Madsen, the 26-year-old son of actor Michael Madsen, died Sunday in Hawaii of a suspected suicide, according to the Department of the Medical Examiner in Honolulu.
“We are heartbroken and overwhelmed with grief and pain at the loss of Hudson,” a representative for Michael Madsen said on behalf of the family in a statement to Today. “His memory and light will be remembered by all who knew and loved him.”
The family first confirmed the death to British entertainment news outlet Metro.
A spokesperson for the Honolulu Medical Examiner’s office confirmed to People magazine that Hudson Madsen died of a gunshot wound to the head.
Hudson Madsen and his wife, Carlie, moved to the island of Oahu in 2019, People reported, citing social media posts.
Hudson Madsen was one of three children shared by Michael Madsen, 64, and his wife, DeAnna Madsen, 61, whom he married in 1996. The “Reservoir Dogs” actor has three other children from previous relationships, Today reported.
Michael Madsen’s film credits include multiple collaborations with film director Quentin Tarantino, who is the godfather of both Hudson and Calvin Madsen, People reported, cited IMDB.
In addition to “Reservoir Dogs,” Michael Madsen, 64, is known for his roles in Tarantino’s “Kill Bill” series, “The Hateful Eight” and “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.” His credits also include “Sin City” and “Thelma and Louise,” among others.
“We ask for privacy and respect during this difficult time,” the family’s statement concluded.
Michael Madsen Actor Michael Madsen of "You Might as Well Live" poses for a portrait at the Gibson Guitar Lounge during the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Mark Mainz) (Mark Mainz/ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Michael Madsen Michael Madsen arrives at the 13th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2007, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) (Chris Pizzello/Associated Press)
Michael Madsen Michael Madsen, left, and Bruce Dern attend "The Hateful Eight" panel on day 3 of Comic-Con International on Saturday, July 11, 2015, in San Diego. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) (Richard Shotwell/Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)
Michael Madsen American actor Michael Madsen and Dee-Anna Morgan arrive for the screening of the film "We Own the Night," at the 60th International film festival in Cannes, southern France, on Friday, May 25, 2007. (AP Photo/Lionel Cironneau) (Lionel Cironneau/ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Michael Madsen Michael Madsen attends the "Reservoir Dogs" 25th anniversary screening during the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival on Friday, April 28, 2017, in New York. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP) (Charles Sykes/Charles Sykes/Invision/AP)
Michael Madsen Steve Buscemi, from left, Michael Madsen, Quentin Tarantino, Harvey Keitel and Tim Roth attend the "Reservoir Dogs" 25th anniversary screening during the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival on Friday, April 28, 2017, in New York. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP) (Charles Sykes/Charles Sykes/Invision/AP)
Michael Madsen U.S. actor and president of the Champs-Elysees Film Festival Michael Madsen, poses at the Plaza Athenee Hotel, in Paris, Wednesday June 6, 2012. The festival takes place to June 6 to 12. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus) (Thibault Camus/AP)
Michael Madsen Michael Madsen attends the "The Hateful Eight" press line on day 3 of Comic-Con International on Saturday, July 11, 2015, in San Diego. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP) (Chris Pizzello/Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)
Michael Madsen Michael Madsen, from left, Kurt Russell, and Quentin Tarantino attend the "The Hateful Eight" press line on day 3 of Comic-Con International on Saturday, July 11, 2015, in San Diego. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP) (Chris Pizzello/Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)
Michael Madsen Actor Miichael Madsen, right, and musician Marky Ramone, left, pose on the press line at the premiere of the feature film "Vice" in Los Angeles on Wednesday, May 7, 2008. (AP Photo/Dan Steinberg) (Dan Steinberg/AP)
Michael Madsen Michael Madsen arrives at the Hollywood Film Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015, in Beverly Hills, Calif. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) (Jordan Strauss/Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)
Michael Madsen Actor Michael Madsen, right, poses with his wife DeAnna Madsen after a hand and footprint ceremony for him at the TCL Chinese Theatre, Monday, Nov. 16, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) (Chris Pizzello/Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)
Michael Madsen The hand and footprints of actor Michael Madsen are pictured in cement following a ceremony for him at the TCL Chinese Theatre, Monday, Nov. 16, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) (Chris Pizzello/Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)