Val Kilmer Gets Heartfelt Tribute From SNL Amid His Demise at 65; Batman Forever Star Presented With Special Card

As a devoted admirer, I’m saddened to share that Val Kilmer, who bravely fought pneumonia, passed away at 65 years old. Following this tragic news, Saturday Night Live honored his memory with a touching tribute, presenting a heartfelt card to the iconic Batman Forever star. In 2000, Kilmer graced the SNL stage as host, where he brought back his famous Top Gun character, Iceman, in a hilarious parody. The legendary performer even shared the stage with U2, the musical guest that night.

Maverick, a film that hit theaters in 2022.

In his era, a man who was a father to two was renowned for his acting versatility, taking on diverse roles in films such as Tombstone, Batman Forever, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Willow, Thunderheart, and numerous others.

The given sentence talks about a man who had two children, who was widely known for his acting versatility during his time. He played various roles in movies like Tombstone, Batman Forever, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Willow, Thunderheart, and many more.)

As a devoted admirer, I’ve found myself deeply moved by the heartfelt tributes flooding in for the departed star, following the sad announcement made by his daughter, Mercedes Kilmer. Much like Tom Cruise, who shared the silver screen with him in Top Gun and its sequel, I too find it fitting to pay my respects to this comedic genius.

As an ardent admirer, let me share that at CinemaCon, I expressed my deep respect for my cherished friend, Val Kilmer. His talent on-screen has always left me in awe, his essence as a person resonated profoundly with me, and it was truly an honor to have him on board with Top Gun and rejoin us for Top Gun: Maverick.

After their father’s passing, Kilmer’s children issued a statement. In this statement, they expressed a desire for private mourning, yet they also acknowledged being touched and overpowered by the acclaim their father’s acting career has garnered so far.

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2025-04-06 18:37