Val Kilmer is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Doc Holliday in the film Tombstone. However, 4 years prior he starred as Billy the Kid.

"Top Gun" star Val Kilmer was remembered as "extraordinary" by his family, who said they were "so proud" of him. Kilmer died Tuesday in Los Angeles.

Val Kilmer's cause of death is pneumonia, according to a death certificate released on April 10. The actor died at age 65 on April 1, 2025.

Val Kilmer never wanted to be in "Top Gun," but had little say in the matter before he starred in the blockbuster that launched him to Hollywood stardom opposite Tom Cruise.

Val Kilmer's family speaks out after the actor's death Tuesday in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Tom Cruise asks a crowd for a moment of silence in honor of his friend.

Val Kilmer’s family have issued their first statement since his death. The Top Gun actor was confirmed to have died of pneumonia at the age of 65 by his daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, on April 1.

Val Kilmer died of pneumonia at 65 on April 1 BILLY FARRELL/Patrick McMullan via Getty Val Kilmer who died at 65 on Tuesday, April 1, of pneumonia, was set to make an appearance at a film festival ...

Val Kilmer’s family issued a statement Thursday thanking the public for celebrating the actor’s legacy following his death earlier this week.

Jan 14, 1973; Los Angeles, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Washington Redskins quarterback (17) Billy Kilmer in action against the Miami Dolphins during Super Bowl VII at the Los Angeles Coliseum. Miami ...

Val Kilmer’s family have issued their first statement since his death. The Top Gun actor was confirmed to have died of pneumonia at the age of 65 by his daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, on April 1.