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Val Kilmer's cause of death was pneumonia, according to his daughter.
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In June 1995 a pop confection hit thousands of movie screens.
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"I had a treehouse as a child. So being an adult ... well, it's strangely, weirdly satisfying to sit in a tree."

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Val Kilmer cause of death: A closer look at his health issues, battle with throat cancer
The actor, who became beloved for his roles in films like "Heat" and "Willow," was both a singular star and a veteran supporting act. In later years, he was candid about ongoing health issues that affected both his performance and his life outlook.
Val Kilmer was diagnosed with throat cancer over a decade ago, but it wasn't his cause of death
Val Kilmer kept his throat cancer secret for several years. He died of pneumonia on Tuesday, more than 10 years after his cancer diagnosis.
Val Kilmer’s Cause of Death: What Happened to the Late ‘Top Gun’ Star
The late ‘Top Gun’ star, known for his role as ‘Ice Man,’ died at the age of 65 following his throat cancer battle, but he reportedly died from a separate illness.
When Val Kilmer Was Batman and the ’90s Were Their Most ’90s
The actor took only one turn in the famous batsuit. That film, “Batman Forever,” couldn’t be a more representative artifact of its era.
Val Kilmer, star of 'Top Gun' and 'The Doors,' dies at 65
American actor Val Kilmer, who starred in films such as "Top Gun," "The Doors", "Tombstone" and "Batman Forever" while earning a reputation as a Hollywood bad boy for his intensity and temperament, has died at age 65.
Val Kilmer’s Career in Photos: From ‘Top Gun’ to ‘Batman Forever’ and More
After news of Val Kilmer's death, Variety looks back at his career in photos, from "Top Gun" to "Batman Forever" and more.
Val Kilmer sought refuge in his treehouse. Here’s what happened when I visited.
Val Kilmer, who died April 1 at age 65, withdrew from Hollywood at his New Mexico ranch. In 2006, he welcomed us into his treehouse for a visit.
Look back at Val Kilmer's best-known roles
His performances in films like The Doors, Heat and Batman Forever are all likely to come up, while Willow and True Romance have their own dedicated fans. One of his biggest films, Top Gun, is not only beloved by people old enough to have seen it when it was released in 1986,
Val Kilmer, Actor Revered for Playing Batman and Jim Morrison, Dies at 65
Charismatic and versatile, he also won praise for memorable roles as Iceman in 'Top Gun' and Doc Holliday in 'Tombstone,' but his unpredictable behavior ruffled some feathers in Hollywood.
Val Kilmer Death: Michael Mann, Francis Ford Coppola, Nicolas Cage, Cher Pay Tribute to Actor
Michael Mann, Josh Brolin, Josh Gad, Richard Roeper and Bill Simmons, were among the entertainment industry figures who paid tribute to Val Kilmer on Tuesday after news of his death was announced.
Celebrities are paying tribute to 'Top Gun' star Val Kilmer after his death: 'Thank you for defining so many of the movies of my childhood'
"Val will be greatly missed, but his legacy will live on forever in the films and performances he so brilliantly shared with us," Michael Douglas wrote in his tribute to Val Kilmer.
Cher Remembers 'Funny, Crazy, Pain In The Ass' Ex-Boyfriend Val Kilmer After His Death
Cher is looking back on her thrilling relationship with ex-boyfriend Val Kilmer following his tragic death. After the “Batman Forever” star died of pneumonia at age 65 on Tuesday, the singer, 78, posted a touching tribute to her former flame on social media.
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Stars React to Val Kilmer’s Death at 65: Josh Brolin, Michael Mann, Jennifer Tilly and More
Celebrities shared their tributes to Val Kilmer, the ‘Batman’ actor who died of pneumonia at the age of 65 on April 1
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Val Kilmer's faced tough time before tragic death
Val Kilmer, popularly known for his role in Top Gun and Batman Forever, was suffering from medical issues before he breathed his last Tuesday, March 1, at the age of 65.Mercedes Kilmer announced
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Val Kilmer’s cause of death and 10-year throat cancer battle, explained
Mercedes Kilmer confirmed the “Top Gun” and “Heat” actor died at his Los Angeles home from pneumonia to The Associated Press.
What Val Kilmer said about his health struggles before his death at 65
The death of Val Kilmer at age 65 has put a spotlight on not only the actor's long career in Hollywood, but also his health. Kilmer's death was confirmed by his daughter Mercedes, who said he died April 1 in Los Angeles surrounded by family and friends, according to The Associated Press.
Cher breaks her silence on ex Val Kilmer’s death at 65
Cher and Val Kilmer dated in the early ’80s. The late “Top Gun” actor revealed in his 2020 memoir that the musician helped him during his health scare.
Inside Val Kilmer's Decade-Long Health Struggles Before His Death from Pneumonia at 65
Val Kilmer was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014 and died of a pneumonia in April 2025. Here's everything he's shared about his health journey.
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