History of Michael Madsen in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 20, 2024

Michael Madsen is a prolific American actor known for his work with director Quentin Tarantino in films like Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill: Volume 2, The Hateful Eight, and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. His career spans various genres, from sports dramas like The Natural to crime thrillers like Donnie Brasco and action films like Die Another Day and Sin City. He also appeared in popular movies such as Thelma & Louise, Free Willy, and Species. Beyond film, Madsen has lent his voice to several video games, including Grand Theft Auto III, Narc, the Dishonored series, and Crime Boss: Rockay City. He is the father of five children, one of whom, Christian Madsen, is also an actor.

September 25, 1958: Birth of Michael Madsen

Michael Madsen was born on September 25, 1958.

March 24, 1979: Birth of Jessica Madsen

Michael Madsen's daughter, Jessica, with Dana Mechling, was born on March 24, 1979.

1983: Meeting Georganne LaPiere

Michael Madsen met Georganne LaPiere, Cher's half-sister, in 1983.

1984: The Natural

Michael Madsen appeared in the film "The Natural" in 1984.

1984: Marriage to Georganne LaPiere

Michael Madsen married Georganne LaPiere in 1984.

1988: Divorce from Georganne LaPiere

Michael Madsen and Georganne LaPiere divorced in 1988.

1991: The Doors and Thelma & Louise

In 1991, Michael Madsen appeared in the films "The Doors" and "Thelma & Louise".

1991: Marriage to Jeannine Bisignano

Michael Madsen married Jeannine Bisignano in 1991.

1992: Reservoir Dogs

Michael Madsen appeared in Quentin Tarantino's film "Reservoir Dogs" in 1992.

1993: Free Willy

Michael Madsen appeared in "Free Willy" in 1993.

1995: Divorce from Jeannine Bisignano

Michael Madsen and Jeannine Bisignano divorced in 1995.

1995: Species

Michael Madsen appeared in "Species" in 1995.

1996: Marriage to DeAnna Morgan

Michael Madsen married DeAnna Morgan in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, in 1996.

1997: Donnie Brasco

Michael Madsen appeared in "Donnie Brasco" in 1997.

2001: Grand Theft Auto III

Michael Madsen voiced a character in "Grand Theft Auto III" in 2001.

2002: Die Another Day

Michael Madsen appeared in "Die Another Day" in 2002.

2002: Award for Shriners Hospital Work

Michael Madsen received an award for his work with Shriners Hospital for Children in 2002.

2004: Kill Bill: Volume 2 and Vega Brothers Discussion

In 2004, Michael Madsen starred in "Kill Bill: Volume 2" as Budd, and Quentin Tarantino discussed a potential film featuring Madsen and John Travolta called "The Vega Brothers".

2004: Kill Bill: Volume 2

Michael Madsen played Budd in "Kill Bill: Volume 2" in 2004.

2005: Sin City

Michael Madsen appeared in "Sin City" in 2005.

2006: Scary Movie 4

Michael Madsen appeared in "Scary Movie 4" in 2006.

2007: Double V Vega Unlikely

Quentin Tarantino stated in 2007 that the film "Double V Vega" (featuring Madsen and Travolta) was unlikely due to the actors' ages and their characters' deaths.

September 2009: Love Ride Participation Announcement

In September 2009, Michael Madsen announced his participation in the 26th annual Love Ride.

October 25, 2009: Love Ride Cancellation

The Love Ride, which Michael Madsen was scheduled to participate in, was canceled on October 25, 2009, due to low ticket sales and lack of sponsorship.

January 5, 2012: Celebrity Big Brother

On January 5, 2012, Michael Madsen entered the "Celebrity Big Brother" house and finished in 4th place.

2012: Dishonored series

Michael Madsen began voice acting in the "Dishonored" series in 2012.

February 2014: Death in the Desert

In February 2014, Michael Madsen starred as Ted Binion in the film "Death in the Desert".

August 2014: Black Widow Music Video

In August 2014, Michael Madsen starred in the music video for Iggy Azalea's song "Black Widow" featuring Rita Ora.

2015: The Hateful Eight

Michael Madsen appeared in "The Hateful Eight" in 2015.

2016: The Hateful Eight, Script Leak Rumor, and Real Detective

In 2016, Michael Madsen starred in "The Hateful Eight", was rumored to have leaked the script (though later cleared), and played Phil Ryan in "Real Detective".