'Reservoir Dogs' actor Michael Madsen's 26-year-old son Hudson dies: Reports

Actor Michael Madsen is mourning the loss of his 26-year-old son Hudson. 

Honolulu's medical examiner office confirmed Hudson died Sunday of an apparent suicide, according to reports from E! and NBC News. 

"We are heartbroken and overwhelmed with grief and pain at the loss of Hudson. His memory and light will be remembered by all who knew and loved him. We ask for privacy and respect during this difficult time," a representative told NBC News on behalf of the family. 

USA TODAY has reached out to Madsen's reps and the Honolulu medical examiner. 

Madsen is the father of five children. The 64-year-old actor shared Hudson with his wife DeAnna Madsen, and together they also share Madsen's younger sons Calvin, 25, and Luke, 16. He shares Christian, 31, and Max, 27, with ex-wife Jeannine Bisignano. 

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In an interview with Hot Press Newsdesk in 2012, Madsen talked about the legacy of some of his violent roles in Quentin Tarantino movies which he has had to rethink in fatherhood. 

"I have five sons of my own ... and being a movie actor you have to be cognizant of what you’re putting out there. And in the beginning when you’re young and naïve and a rabble-rouser, some of these things seem exciting and then later on as you get wiser, if you get wiser, you start to become more cognizant of the kind of material you’re putting out. With your children, you have to be, you have to answer to them," Madsen said at the time. 

The actor is known for his roles in a number of Tarantino films, including "The Hateful Eight," "Kill Bill: Vol. 1" and playing the role of violent torturer Mr. Blonde in 1992's "Reservoir Dogs."

According to the LA Times and IMDb, Hudson was Tarantino's godson.

If you or someone you know may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, you can call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) any time day or night, or chat online.

Crisis Text Line also provides free, 24/7, confidential support via text message to people in crisis when they dial 741741.