Michael Madsen has filed for divorce from DeAnna Madsen, citing "irreconcilable differences." In a written statement included in the court document, Madsen alleges that his estranged wife drove their son, Hudson, to suicide by her neglect, drinking, and alcoholism. He also claims that DeAnna's behavior significantly contributed to his personal issues and led to her breaking into his residence and having him wrongfully arrested for domestic violence.
Michael Madsen has filed for divorce from DeAnna Madsen, citing "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the split. However, in a written statement included in the court document, Madsen makes explosive allegations against his estranged wife, accusing her of driving their son, Hudson, to suicide by her neglect, drinking, and alcoholism.
"The ‘irreconcilable differences’ reason in the Petition does not adequately describe the divorce filing," Madsen's statement says. "I have been separated from Respondent since my son's death by suicide on 1/25/22. I believe Respondent drove him to this by her neglect, drinking and alcoholism."
Michael Madsen Accuses Estranged Wife of Driving Son to Suicide in Divorce Filing
Madsen also claims that DeAnna's behavior significantly contributed to his personal issues.
"I am a victim in an abusive, co-dependent, and toxic relationship that culminated in the Respondent breaking into my residence and having me wrongfully arrested for DV," Madsen writes. "Once the cell bars close on you, it's the final curtain on any marriage or relationship, and mine was no exception."
Michael Madsen Accuses Estranged Wife of Driving Son to Suicide in Divorce Filing
Hudson Madsen died by suicide at the age of 26. His father was shocked by his son's sudden death, saying that Hudson had just completed his first tour in the U.S. Army and had no signs of depression.
"It's so tragic and sad," Michael Madsen told The Hollywood Reporter at the time. "I'm just trying to make sense of everything and understand what happened. He had typical life challenges that people have with finances, but he wanted a family. He was looking towards his future, so it's mind-blowing. I just can't grasp what happened."
Michael Madsen Accuses Estranged Wife of Driving Son to Suicide in Divorce Filing
Madsen and DeAnna married in 1996. They also have two other children, Calvin and Luke. Hudson had two half brothers, Christian and Max, from Madsen's previous marriage to Jeannine Bisignano.
Michael Madsen was arrested for misdemeanor spousal battery after an incident at his Malibu home in August. He was released shortly after posting $20,000 bond.
Fox News Digital has reached out to representatives for the Los Angeles Sheriffs' Department and DeAnna Madsen for comment.
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
