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 Kilmer wrote candidly about life, love and "Top Gun" in his 2020 memoir. Upon his death, we revisit the book's most interesting revelations.

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

Val Kilmer, who died this week, had an extensive dating history during his Hollywood heartthrob years that included stars like Cher, Daryl Hannah, Cindy Crawford and Angelina Jolie.

Tombstone actor looks back at his unforgettable time with Kilmer and shares what he said during their last reunion

Val Kilmer, celebrated for his 1980s and 90s roles in Top Gun and Batman Forever, died Tuesday at the age of 65. He was known as “charismatic but unpredictable,” the New York Times wrote about Kilmer,