Michael Madsen's Final Interview: Hailing Alec Baldwin, Slamming Johnny Depp as 'Overrated'
SCHOLARLY NOTE EXCLUSIVE: THE SHOCKING LAST INTERVIEW OF MICHAEL MADSEN
In a devastating blow to the entertainment world, Michael Madsen, the charismatic actor known for his iconic roles in Quentin Tarantino's Reservoir Dogs and Kill Bill, has left us at the tender age of 67. But before he took his final bow, Madsen sat down with none other than Stephen Baldwin on his popular One Big Movie podcast for what would be his last interview.
In a candid conversation that will leave you wanting more, Madsen dished out all the juicy details about his time in the industry, and trust us, it's going to get messy. The Donnie Brasco star seemed particularly fond of Alec Baldwin, gushing over him during their chat. "I've known Alec for years," Madsen said with a smile. "He's one of the good ones."
But don't think for a second that Madsen was all praise and no criticism. When asked about his thoughts on Johnny Depp, he didn't hesitate to throw some shade. "Overrated?" Baldwin repeated back to him, and Madsen confirmed with a chuckle.
As they chatted, the conversation turned to Madsen's own career, and it seemed like he was still reeling from the loss of his beloved movie posters. The 2018 Woolsey Fire in Malibu had destroyed his home, and with it, his extensive collection. "I used to have a whole room dedicated to my movie memorabilia," he reminisced wistfully.
Baldwin then asked Madsen what he'd been up to lately, and the actor's response was refreshingly honest: "Just trying to stay employed." He laughed it off, but it's clear that even in his later years, Madsen still had a passion for the craft.
The conversation took an interesting turn when Baldwin called his older brother Alec on the phone. The two men spent the next 20 minutes reminiscing about their time filming The Getaway back in 1994. It was a wild ride, to say the least.
Alec recalled how Madsen would often get into trouble on set, and Madsen confirmed it with a sheepish grin. "I may have gotten into some hot water from time to time," he admitted.
But what really raised eyebrows was when Alec shared a story about Madsen's hotel room phone ringing during filming. It was someone asking for Mr. Mason (Madsen's character), and Alec, being the class clown that he is, decided to have some fun. He put on an outrageous combination of a Latino and Chicago accent and hung up on the poor soul.
The result? Madsen burst into laughter, exclaiming, "Goddamnit, Alec, you're the funniest mother f*er!"
It seemed like no topic was off-limits for these two. Even Kim Basinger's involvement in The Getaway came up, with Madsen recalling how Alec would often warn her not to talk to him during filming. "No, you don't understand, he's the bad guy in the movie," Alec allegedly told her.
Madsen seemed particularly fond of that story, and it sparked a lively conversation about the behind-the-scenes antics of The Getaway.
The interview concluded with Madsen reflecting on his long and storied career. It's clear that he leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered for years to come. Rest in peace, Michael Madsen – you will be missed.
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