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CHICAGO - illiNews -- UBF Mourns the Passing of Actor and Boxing Film Star Michael Madsen
LOS ANGELES, CA — The Universal Boxing Federation (UBF) joins the global boxing and film communities in mourning the loss of legendary actor Michael Madsen, who passed away on **July 3, 2025**, at the age of 67.
Best known for his roles in Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill, and Donnie Brasco, Madsen also left a lasting mark on the world of boxing cinema with performances that brought grit, depth, and emotion to the sweet science on screen.
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Boxing on Film: Madsen's Contribution to the Sport
Madsen's connection to boxing was more than just a role—it was a passion. In Strength and Honour (2007), he portrayed Sean Kelleher, a retired Irish-American boxer who returns to the ring to save his son's life. The performance earned him Best Actor awards at both the Boston and New York International Film Festivals.
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He also appeared in:
Back in the Day (2016) – A Brooklyn boxing drama alongside William DeMeo and Alec Baldwin.
The Kid: Chamaco (2009) – A bilingual film in which he played a boxing promoter guiding a young Mexican fighter.
Lords of the Street (2008) – A crime film set in an underground fight world.
A Hitman's Prayer (2004) – A drama steeped in boxing culture and street loyalty.
Each role reflected the fighter's heart—resilient, complicated, and fiercely loyal.
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Michael Madsen was not only a great iconic actor," said UBF President Richard Spilotro, he was a fan of the sweet science. Through his boxing characters, he helped inspire fans to get involved in the sport—either as spectators or by stepping into the world of boxing themselves. His legacy will forever echo through the culture of the fight game.
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Fighter in Every Sense
Beyond boxing, Madsen's acting career spanned over 300 roles. He worked with directors like Quentin Tarantino and Oliver Stone and was a published poet and passionate advocate for independent film.
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But to boxing fans, his legacy includes portraying men who fought battles both in the ring and within themselves. He gave a face and voice to characters who lived with consequences and kept swinging anyway.
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Final Bell
The UBF honors Michael Madsen not just as an actor, but as a symbolic fighter whose work brought boxing's spirit to life for millions. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, colleagues, and the fans he inspired around the world.
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Rest in Power, Michael Madsen — A Fighter On and Off the Screen.
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Contact:
Universal Boxing Federation
📧 [hello@ubfboxing.com](mailto:hello@ubfboxing.com)
🌐 [www.ubfboxing.com](http://www.ubfboxing.com)
📍 Chicago, IL
LOS ANGELES, CA — The Universal Boxing Federation (UBF) joins the global boxing and film communities in mourning the loss of legendary actor Michael Madsen, who passed away on **July 3, 2025**, at the age of 67.
Best known for his roles in Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill, and Donnie Brasco, Madsen also left a lasting mark on the world of boxing cinema with performances that brought grit, depth, and emotion to the sweet science on screen.
---
Boxing on Film: Madsen's Contribution to the Sport
Madsen's connection to boxing was more than just a role—it was a passion. In Strength and Honour (2007), he portrayed Sean Kelleher, a retired Irish-American boxer who returns to the ring to save his son's life. The performance earned him Best Actor awards at both the Boston and New York International Film Festivals.
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He also appeared in:
Back in the Day (2016) – A Brooklyn boxing drama alongside William DeMeo and Alec Baldwin.
The Kid: Chamaco (2009) – A bilingual film in which he played a boxing promoter guiding a young Mexican fighter.
Lords of the Street (2008) – A crime film set in an underground fight world.
A Hitman's Prayer (2004) – A drama steeped in boxing culture and street loyalty.
Each role reflected the fighter's heart—resilient, complicated, and fiercely loyal.
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Michael Madsen was not only a great iconic actor," said UBF President Richard Spilotro, he was a fan of the sweet science. Through his boxing characters, he helped inspire fans to get involved in the sport—either as spectators or by stepping into the world of boxing themselves. His legacy will forever echo through the culture of the fight game.
---
Fighter in Every Sense
Beyond boxing, Madsen's acting career spanned over 300 roles. He worked with directors like Quentin Tarantino and Oliver Stone and was a published poet and passionate advocate for independent film.
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But to boxing fans, his legacy includes portraying men who fought battles both in the ring and within themselves. He gave a face and voice to characters who lived with consequences and kept swinging anyway.
---
Final Bell
The UBF honors Michael Madsen not just as an actor, but as a symbolic fighter whose work brought boxing's spirit to life for millions. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, colleagues, and the fans he inspired around the world.
---
Rest in Power, Michael Madsen — A Fighter On and Off the Screen.
---
Contact:
Universal Boxing Federation
📧 [hello@ubfboxing.com](mailto:hello@ubfboxing.com)
🌐 [www.ubfboxing.com](http://www.ubfboxing.com)
📍 Chicago, IL
Source: Universal Boxing Federation
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