Val Kilmer death: Iconic actor of Batman and Top Gun fame dies at 65
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Val Kilmer dies aged 65
- Actor Val Kilmer, known for his roles in Batman Forever and Top Gun, has died at the age of 65.
- His daughter confirmed the cause of death as pneumonia.
- Kilmer was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014 but recovered, she added.
- A 2021 documentary, Val, chronicled his life, career, and health struggles.
- Kilmer's career peaked in the 1990s before declining due to clashes with colleagues and a string of unsuccessful films.