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'Red Planet,' 'Top Gun' and 'Batman Forever' star Val Kilmer dies at 65

Kilmer leaves a legacy of engaging film roles including Batman and even a Mars astronaut.

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Val Kilmer spent the last 24 years of his life single

In a resurfaced section of his memoir after his death aged 65, Val Kilmer admitted he spent the last 24 years of his life single.

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Prison governor tells court she was ‘incredibly stupid’ but did nothing wrong

Kerri Pegg, 42, is alleged to have begun a relationship with convicted drug dealer Anthony Saunderson.

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30 Years Ago, Val Kilmer Actually Saved Batman

This wasn't a blip in the Bat-franchise. It was a comeback. Here's why 'Batman Forever' was great.

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Roger Daltrey says technology takes ‘heart’ away from music

He spoke at a launch event for the hardback edition of Buddy Holly: Words Of Love, a book that celebrates the life of the late rock and roll musician.

Evening Standard

Top Gun star Val Kilmer died from pneumonia at 65. Here are the common but dangerous symptoms that are hard to spot for older adults

Val Kilmer died at the age of 65.

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From 'Top Gun' to 'Tombstone,' notable Val Kilmer films and where to watch them

Val Kilmer once proclaimed that he’s almost been fired from all his movies

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Former Val Kilmer co-star remembers ‘spectacularly bleak and awful’ film

The Hollywood star played Montgomery in The Island Of Dr Moreau, which turned out to be one of the biggest flops of the 1990s.

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Cher pays tribute to Val Kilmer and says she will miss her ‘great friend’

The Top Gun star has died at the age of 65.

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Jennifer Tilly pays heartfelt tribute to The Doors co-star Val Kilmer

Movie star Jennifer Tilly has taken to social media to pay tribute to Val Kilmer.

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Understanding Val Kilmer's cause of death: Did his cancer treatment increase his pneumonia risk?

Val Kilmer, the iconic actor known for his roles as Jim Morrison in The Doors and as Batman in Batman Forever, passed away on April 1, 2025, at the age of 65. His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, confirmed that the cause of death was pneumonia.

The Times of India

Val Kilmer Dead at 65: Cause of Death Revealed After Years of Health Struggles

While Hollywood and fans mourn the death of Val Kilmer, his family revealed the cause of his death and more details about his health struggles.

Latin Times

“I Am Lonely”: Val Kilmer Spent Final Years Alone Despite Dating Hollywood Beauties For Decades

Val Kilmer “couldn’t wait to kiss” Angelina Jolie on set while Ellen Barkin was the “enchantresses who got away.” But one actress left him crying for 6 months. The post “I Am Lonely”: Val Kilmer Spent Final Years Alone Despite Dating Hollywood Beauties For Decades first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Val Kilmer's greatest films: from The Doors to Top Gun, his top 10 performances

The best of Val Kilmer, who has sadly died at 65, but has left a brilliant legacy of films behind him

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Val Kilmer was handsome, charismatic and difficult to work with – but he was worth it

TRIBUTE: The star of ‘The Doors’, ‘Top Gun’, ‘Heat’ and ‘Batman Forever’ – who has died at the age of 65 – was notorious for clashing with directors and struggling with his own celebrity. Coupled with his undeniable talent, it made him one of Hollywood’s most complex stars, writes Adam…

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Val Kilmer’s tragic health battle: How the Hollywood icon lost his voice in his final years

The beloved actor died on Tuesday at the age of 65 following a battle with pneumonia

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David Thewlis recalls ‘spectacularly bleak’ five months he spent with Val Kilmer

‘I spent the most bizarre five months of my entire life with Val Kilmer,’ the ‘Harry Potter’ star said

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Star of films such as Top Gun, The Doors and Batman Forever whose acting could combine playfulness and intensity

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The Independent UK

Val Kilmer says he lived a ‘magical life’, in one of the actor’s final interviews

Val Kilmer opened up on living a "magical life" in one of his last interviews before his death.

International Business Times UK

Quick Facts About Val Kilmer: Cause Of Death, Cancer Battle, Dating History, Net Worth And More

Val Kilmer, star of 'Top Gun' and 'Batman Forever', dies at 65 from pneumonia—his legacy spans Hollywood fame, a £7.9m fortune, a cancer battle, and a controversial assault allegation.

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Share your tributes and memories of Val Kilmer

We would like to hear your memories of Val Kilmer – whether you met him, or appreciated his work as an actor

Total Film

Batman and Top Gun star Val Kilmer dies age 65

Hollywood actor Val Kilmer dies age 65, the star of Batman Forever, Top Gun, and Heat

Evening Standard

Who are Val Kilmer’s wife and children? Family of late Batman star after his passing at 65

The American actor died of pneumonia on Monday, having previously been diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014

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Val Kilmer’s final role brought Tom Cruise to tears as AI restored his lost voice

Kilmer made an appearance in 2021’s Top Gun: Maverick alongside Cruise, who insisted he return for a cameo at the time amid his cancer battle

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Val Kilmer’s Heartbreaking Last Post Resurfaces After Batman Star’s Passing

Fans shared their grief after seeing Val Kilmer's last few posts on Instagram. “I’m ready,” the late actor said in his video. The post Val Kilmer’s Heartbreaking Last Post Resurfaces After Batman Star’s Passing first appeared on Bored Panda.

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