Val Kilmer, renowned for his performances in classic films like Top Gun and Batman Forever, passed away due to pneumonia. He faced a challenging battle with throat cancer, a journey he detailed in his memoir, I'm Your Huckleberry. His final appearance was in the 2022 sequel to Top Gun. Tributes flooded social media, with actors like Josh Gad and Josh Brolin commemorating his impactful legacy and creative spirit, highlighting his significant influence on cinema and personal connections with colleagues.
In a post on Instagram, actor Josh Gad paid tribute to the action star. He said: "RIP Val Kilmer. Thank you for defining so many of the movies of my childhood. You truly were an icon."
Actor Josh Brolin said he was going to miss his "pal." "You were a smart, challenging, brave, uber-creative firecracker," he said in an Instagram post.
Kilmer had been diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014, discussing his diagnosis and recovery in his 2020 memoir, I'm Your Huckleberry.
Kilmer's final acting role was a cameo on the 2022 blockbuster sequel Top Gun: Maverick.
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