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From People.com: Val Kilmer, best known for movies such as 1986’s Top Gun and 1995’s Batman Forever, has died. He was 65 years old.
His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, told The New York Times he died of pneumonia on Tuesday, April 1. He was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014 and later recovered, she added.
Kilmer made his final appearance on film in 2023’s Top Gun: Maverick, a sequel to the 1986 classic. Kilmer briefly appeared in the film, sharing a poignant moment with Tom Cruise onscreen.
“I just want to say that was pretty emotional,” Cruise told Jimmy Kimmel in 2023 about acting alongside his friend again. “I’ve known Val for decades, and for him to come back and play that character… he’s such a powerful actor that he instantly became that character again.”
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The X account for Top Gun paid tribute to Kilmer, writing, “Remembering Val Kilmer, whose indelible cinematic mark spanned genres and generations. RIP Iceman.”
Remembering Val Kilmer, whose indelible cinematic mark spanned genres and generations. RIP Iceman. pic.twitter.com/a3jQ8ENma9
— Top Gun (@TopGunMovie) April 2, 2025
#RIP actor Val Kilmer who passed away today at the age of 65. In addition to his appearances in BATMAN FOREVER and TOMBSTONE, Kilmer perhaps was best known for his role as Tom "Iceman" Kazansky in TOP GUN. His final film was TOP GUN: MAVERICK in 2022. pic.twitter.com/12zFt4Xy00
— U.S. Naval Institute (@NavalInstitute) April 2, 2025
Below is a scene between Kilmer and Tom Cruise in the original Top Gun movie:
You can be my wingman anytime! 😭
RIP Val Kilmer! You will be missed! 🪽🙏 https://t.co/nCGAe73neR pic.twitter.com/f3yoKQQzPF
— Brian (@BkcSports) April 2, 2025
Below is an emotion scene between Kilmer and Tom Cruise in the 2023 sequel, Top Gun: Maverick.
I still remember hearing people in the theater cry during this moment between Val Kilmer & Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick. I’m so incredibly thankful Cruise insisted on this scene because this moment is forever. RIP, Iceman. pic.twitter.com/qxoiEhz8wS
— Cinema Tweets (@CinemaTweets1) April 2, 2025
Val Kilmer, ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Batman Forever’ actor, has died at 65. His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, told ‘The New York Times’ that her father died of pneumonia on Tuesday.
He is survived by his children, Jack and Mercedes. pic.twitter.com/TiMQuL91CZ
— Entertainment Tonight (@etnow) April 2, 2025
Actor James Woods wrote, “His rendition of Doc Holliday in Tombstone was what every actor dreams of achieving. So many wonderful performances. Sad to lose him so soon. RIP Val Kilmer.”
His rendition of Doc Holliday in Tombstone was what every actor dreams of achieving. So many wonderful performances. Sad to lose him so soon.
RIP Val Kilmer. https://t.co/EHfqFhmSM4
— James Woods (@RealJamesWoods) April 2, 2025
So many brilliant performances in so many iconic roles.
But to me, he will always be Iceman.
Rest in peace, Val Kilmer 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/M2gM4VceoY
— Monica Crowley (@MonicaCrowley) April 2, 2025
Val Kilmer, best known for his roles in The Doors, Batman Forever, Top Gun, and Heat, has sadly passed away. Rest in Peace. pic.twitter.com/hEYMcM98Wc
— Rotten Tomatoes (@RottenTomatoes) April 2, 2025
RIP Val Kilmer. He will always be the greatest western action hero in history. No one will ever top his masterful work as Doc Holliday in Tombstone.
Gone far too soon! Praying for his family. 🙏pic.twitter.com/pzwEjO5CW0
— Robby Starbuck (@robbystarbuck) April 2, 2025
Val Kilmer, who played Bruce Wayne in “Batman Forever,” channeled as Jim Morrison in Oliver Stone‘s “The Doors” and starred in several other 1980s favorites, has died. He was 65. https://t.co/iTfHQcI19v pic.twitter.com/Bt38dbqDxI
— Variety (@Variety) April 2, 2025
Super Sky Point to Val Kilmer. An absolute 80s movie legend and the only man other than George Gervin who has earned the right to be called “Iceman.” Rest in peace, you courageous sweet bastard. Tell St. Peter he can be your wingman. pic.twitter.com/BROVjCpRFV
— Super 70s Sports (@Super70sSports) April 2, 2025
Breaking News: Val Kilmer, who got his big-budget start in “Top Gun” and went on to portray Jim Morrison and Batman, has died at 65. https://t.co/OJl8DZbBw3
— The New York Times (@nytimes) April 2, 2025
Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' Actor, Dies at 65 https://t.co/Jji3tjSaqU
— People (@people) April 2, 2025
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