Reservoir Dogs" and "Kill Bill" Star Michael Madsen and his family are mourning the passing of his Son Hudson Madsen, who was also Quentin Tarantino's godson.
"We are heartbroken and overwhelmed with grief and pain at the loss of Hudson," the Madsen family members said in a letter to Metro. "His memories and his light are remembered by everyone who loved and knew Hudson. We request privacy and respect during this time of loss. Thank you."
According to posts on social media by Hudson Madsen and his wife, Carlie, he served in the U.S. Army and spent time in Afghanistan.
The Oahu resident died from an injury from a gunshot according to City and County of Honolulu Dept. of Medical Examiner. Investigator in charge Charlotte Carter said Tuesday that Madsen's death was recorded as suicide, citing the death certificate.
The department has no way of releasing deaths dates or dates for the deceased, Carter said, but said that an autopsy report will be released to the public in approximately four months.
Hudson Madsen is survived by his wife, father and mother DeAnna and his siblings Christian, Calvin, Max and Luke.