Val Kilmer
Hollywood actor Val Kilmer, known for his iconic roles in films such as Top Gun, The Doors, and Tombstone, has passed away at the age of 65. The news was confirmed by his daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, on Tuesday night.
Kilmer died in Los Angeles following a prolonged battle with pneumonia, as reported by The New York Times. The actor had been struggling with health issues for several years, having previously been diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014, though he later recovered.
Kilmer rose to stardom with his role as Iceman in Top Gun (1986), cementing his place in Hollywood history.
He was also widely celebrated for his portrayal of Jim Morrison in The Doors (1991), Doc Holliday in Tombstone (1993), and Batman in Batman Forever (1995).
Throughout his career, Kilmer appeared in numerous hit films, including Heat (1995), The Saint (1997), and Willow (1988). More recently, he reprised his role as Iceman in Top Gun: Maverick (2022), a powerful return to the role that helped launch his career.
In the 1990s, Kilmer was considered one of the biggest stars in Hollywood. However, his career faced setbacks due to well-publicized conflicts with directors and co-stars, along with a series of films that failed to perform at the box office. Despite these challenges, Kilmer’s legacy as a versatile and intense actor remains secure.
Known for his temperamental and perfectionist nature, Kilmer gained a reputation for being both intense and sometimes difficult to work with, but his talent and contributions to the entertainment industry are undeniable.