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Hollywood Legend Passed Away At 65

Val Kilmer, the iconic actor known for his standout roles in ’80s and ’90s hits like Top GunBatman Forever, and Tombstone, has died at the age of 65. He died from due to complications from pneumonia.

His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, confirmed that he passed away on Tuesday in Los Angeles per The Associated Press.

Kilmer had been battling throat cancer since 2015 and underwent a tracheotomy as part of his treatment, which significantly affected his ability to speak.

Val Edward Kilmer (December 31, 1959 – April 1, 2025) was an American actor celebrated for his versatility and dedication to his craft. Born in Los Angeles, California, he was the second of three sons to Gladys Swanette (née Ekstadt) and Eugene Dorris Kilmer. His mother had Swedish roots, while his father’s heritage included German, Irish, and Cherokee ancestry. Kilmer’s parents divorced when he was eight years old. Tragically, his younger brother, Wesley, passed away at the age of 15 due to an epileptic seizure in a swimming pool. Kilmer attended Chatsworth High School, where he was classmates with future actors Kevin Spacey and Mare Winningham. Demonstrating early promise in acting, he became the youngest person accepted into Juilliard’s Drama Division at the age of 17.

He made his film debut in the comedy “Top Secret!” (1984) and subsequently starred in “Real Genius” (1985). His role as Lieutenant Tom “Iceman” Kazansky in “Top Gun” (1986) made him a star. Kilmer continued to showcase his range with performances in “Willow” (1988) and delivered a critically acclaimed portrayal of Jim Morrison in Oliver Stone’s “The Doors” (1991), where he performed his own singing parts. He further demonstrated his versatility with roles such as Doc Holliday in “Tombstone” (1993), Batman in “Batman Forever” (1995), and appearances in “Heat” (1995), “The Saint” (1997), and “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” (2005).

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