LOS ANGELES — Michael Madsen, the actor best known for his coolly menacing, steely-eyed, often sadistic characters in the films of Quentin Tarantino including Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill: Vol. 2, has died.

Michael Madsen, whose menacing characters in Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill made him a standout in Quentin Tarantino's films, has died. He was 67.

Hollywood and fans are mourning the death of veteran actor Michael Madsen, known for his roles in Kill Bill and Reservoir Dogs. Read heartfelt tributes from co-stars like Walton Goggins, Jennifer Tilly,