Michael Madsen Age, Wiki and Bio

Michael Madsen

Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth25/09/1957
Age67 years (died on 03, Jul, 2025)
BirthplaceChicago, Illinois, U.S.
Date of Death03/07/2025

Bio/Wiki

Full NameMichael Søren Madsen
Nickname(s)
  • Toothpick
  • Mr. Blonde
  • Budd
NationalityAmerican
HometownIllinois, U.S.
ReligionChristianity
Zodiac signLibra
Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Physical Stats & More

Height6' 2" (187 cm)
Eye ColorLavender Grey
Hair ColorDark Brown
Tattoo(s)
  • On his left shoulder and arm
  • On his right arm
  • On his right shoulder and arm
  • On his back - The Desderata

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolNew Trier High School, Illinois, U.S.

Personal Life

ControversyIn 2022, Madsen was arrested for suspected domestic violence after a dispute with his wife, leading to their divorce filing.

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/Girlfriends
  • Dana Mechling (1979)
  • Georganne LaPiere (1983-1984)
  • Jeannine Bisignano
  • DeAnna Morgan
Marriage Date(s)
First Marriage1984
Second Marriage1994
Third Marriage1996

Family

FatherCalvin Christian Madsen
MotherElaine (née Melson)
Siblings
Sisters
  • Cheryl Madsen
  • Virginia Madsen
Spouse
First WifeGeorganne LaPiere (m. 1984; div. 1988)
Second WifeJeannine Bisignano (m. 1991; div. 1995)
Third WifeDeAnna Morgan (m. 1996)
Children
Sons
  • Christian Madsen
  • Max Madsen
  • Hudson Lee Madsen (deceased)
  • Calvin Madsen
  • Luke Ray Madsen
DaughterJessica Madsen

Career

Debut
FilmWarGames (1983) as Lieutenant Steve Phelps
TVSt. Elsewhere (1983) as Mike O'Connor
Music VideoYou Rock My World by Michael Jackson (2001) as Thug
Last FilmA Corpse in Kensington (2025) as Michael
Awards & Honors
  • 1999: Firecracker Alternative Book Award for Burning In Paradise
  • 2002: Shriners Hospital Award
  • 2006: Lifetime Achievement Award from Red Hen Press
  • 2007: Best Actor at the Boston Film Festival for Strength and Honor
  • 2008: Best Actor at the New York International Independent Film & Video Festival for Strength and Honor
  • 2008: Honored by the 9th Annual Malibu International Film Festival for Achievements in the Art of Acting
  • 2015: Won Ensemble of the Year for The Hateful Eight at the Hollywood Film Awards

Favourites

Car Collection
  • 1966 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
  • Chevrolet Chevelle
Bike CollectionHarley Davidson Chopper Bike

Some Lesser Known Facts

Madsen's grandparents were from Denmark, while his mother was of Irish and Native American descent.
He started training at the Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago under actor John Malkovich after completing high school.
Michael had a small role in the sci-fi film WarGames in 1983, which marked his film debut.
He played 'Mr. Blonde' in the 1992 cult classic film Reservoir Dogs and initially wanted the role of 'Mr. Pink'.
Madsen turned down the role of Vincent Vega in Pulp Fiction, which was ultimately played by John Travolta.
He worked in a range of films, often choosing roles to support his family, acknowledging he had six children to care for.
In 2016, he hosted a charity event for children with cancer.
He launched a line of hot sauces called American Badass in 2013.
Madsen had ongoing issues with the law, including an arrest for domestic violence that led to a divorce.