"Top Gun" star Val Kilmer was mourned by his two children Mercedes and Jack in a heartfelt statement after his death.

Val Kilmer had a face that belonged in movies. A stunningly beautiful heartthrob known for his chiseled jaw and shock of blonde hair that looked great either messy or perfectly coiffed, Kilmer practically glowed whenever he was onscreen, as if he was put on Earth by God himself for the purpose of getting immortalized on film.

"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.

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, best known for his role in the 'Top Gun' movies with Tom Cruise and his role as Batman, died at age 65 on April 1, 2025, of pneumonia. See his life and career in photos

As Iceman in 'Top Gun,' Val Kilmer, who died yesterday at 65, brought all of his warmth and intelligence to bear.

Jerry Bruckheimer, a producer on the sequel, said in 2022 that Tom Cruise was the "driving force" behind getting Val Kilmer to return for the movie.

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.

Charismatic actor Val Kilmer, handsome star of "Top Gun," "The Doors" and "Batman Forever," has died at age 65, reports say.