Hollywood has lost a familiar face, Michael Madsen, a prolific actor known for his roles as rugged tough guys, who passed away at his Malibu home on Thursday at the age of 67. Authorities and his representatives confirmed his death, stating that he was found unresponsive.
Deputies responded to a 911 call early Thursday at Madsen's Los Angeles County residence, where he was pronounced dead. The cause of death is believed to be natural causes, with no foul play suspected, according to the sheriff's department. His manager, Ron Smith, later confirmed that Madsen died from cardiac arrest.