Kilmer’s breakout role came as LT Tom “Iceman” Kazansky opposite Tom Cruise in Top Gun (1986). That was followed by the fantasy film Willow (1988). His big break as a leading man came with his swaying, leather-clad portrayal of Jim Morrison in Oliver Stone’s The Doors.

Heatdirector Michael Mann remembered working with the late Val Kilmer today, after the news broke of the actor's death. Kilmer was 65 years old. As per Deadline, Mann reflected on working with Kilmer on the set of the 1995 film Heat.

Val Kilmer’s unexpected demise has come as a shocker to many. The Heat actor was suffering from pneumonia when he died in Los Angeles on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

"Thank you, Val. I wish you well on your next journey," Cruise said of his late costar during the "Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning" presentation.

It was just kind of who I was in the household.” They remained friends after they split, Cher said, staying in communication over the years via text and email. “We don’t see each other all that often.

From 'Top Gun' to 'Batman Forever' to 'The Doors' the late Val Kilmer was easily one of the most versatile actors of his generation captivating audiences and critics alike since his rise in the 1980's.

From playing rock legends to gunslingers, Kilmer left a huge mark on Hollywood with a career spanning more than four decades.

Val Kilmer, the longtime Hollywood star known for roles in "Top Gun," "Heat" and "Tombstone," among other films, died this week. He was 65 years old. Kilmer, who battled throat cancer for several years,