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, a frequent Quentin Tarantino collaborator on films like "Reservoir Dogs" and a veteran actor in "Free Willy" and more, has died at 67.

The late Michael Madsen recalled getting punched in face by a "wild character" Quentin Tarantino had to fire after just one week on Reservoir Dogs.