Hollywood legend Val Kilmer, who played Batman & Jim Morrison on screen, dies at 65 due to pneumonia
Val Kilmer, best known for playing Batman and Jim Morrison, is no more. He died on Tuesday following complications related to pneumonia. He had also been battling throat cancer. He played Batman on the big screen.
In an unfortunate development, Hollywood legend Val Kilmer is no more. The veteran matinee idol passed away on Tuesday (April 1) because of complications related to pneumonia. He was 65. The star had also been battling throat cancer for several years
Val Kilmer no more: Actor's cause of death revealed
Hollywood has lost one of its most celebrated names. Val Kilmer, who played the titular role in Batman Forever, died yesterday at the age of 65. His daughter Mercedes confirmed the death a revealed that he passed away due to complications related to pneumonia.
He was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014 but recovered.
Several fans took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to mourn his demise. A fan highlighted his work as Batman.
RIP Val Kilmer ?? you are BATMAN FOREVER. pic.twitter.com/mEqW2EECZg
¡ª Daniel Dami Biu (@damiebi10) April 2, 2025
Another fan fondly remembered his work in Heat
RIP Val Kilmer ?? you are BATMAN FOREVER. pic.twitter.com/mEqW2EECZg
¡ª Daniel Dami Biu (@damiebi10) April 2, 2025
A netizen called him a 'true cinema legend'
We have lost one of the true cinema legends. Rest in Peace Val Kilmer ?? pic.twitter.com/Wi8PtD5azm
¡ª Mike Carolla (@SJTimes13) April 2, 2025
He was best known for playing the superhero Batman on the screen. He also essayed the role of John Morrison in The Doors.
About Val Kilmer
Val Kilmer began his career with the spoof comedy Top Secret (1984). He then impressed fans with his work in the comedy Real Genius, which was released the next year. He, however, rose to fame with Top Gun!. The action thriller starred Tom Cruise. His credits include Batman Forever, The Doors, and Top Gun Maverick.
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