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.

Michael Madsen, a prolific screen actor who captivated audiences with his chillingly intense performances, most memorably as a sadistic thief who slices off a man’s ear in “Reservoir Dogs,” Quentin Tarantino’s directorial debut,

Michael Madsen, the actor who was a staple in numerous Quentin Tarantino films including "Kill Bill" and "Reservoir Dogs," has died. He was 67