RIP Michael Madsen aka Damian Falco in “Die Another Day”

RIP Michael Madsen aka Damian Falco in “Die Another Day”

July 3, 2025 0 By 007 Travelers

Actor Michael Madsen (1957-2025) has passed away. He died on Thursday morning from cardiac arrest, according to his manager, Ron Smith. (Source NBC News)

Bond World knows him as Damian Falco, Chief of National Security Agency (NSA) in Pierce Brosnan‘s Bond film “Die Another Day” (2002).

Michael Madsen as Damian Falco in “Die Another Day” (2002)
Photo © EON, United Artists, Danjaq, LLC

Madsen was best known for his performances in Quentin Tarantino’s movies “Reservoir Dogs” as Mr. Blonde, “Kill Bill: Vol 1” and “Kill Bill: Vol 2” as Budd aka Sidewinder and “The Hateful Eight” as Joe Cage.

Other well known movies include: “The Doors”, “Thelma & Louise“, “The Getaway“, “Species“, “Donnie Brasco“, “Sin City” and many others.

Sending healing prayers and comfort to his family and friends during this tough time.