Beloved Actor And Humanitarian, Val Kilmer, Dies At 65

? Val Kilmer, the celebrated American actor known for his roles in films like Top Gun , The Doors , and Batman Forever , has passed away at the age of 65 after a struggle with pneumonia.

In 1998, Kilmer collaborated with South African filmmaker Craig Foster - director of My Octopus Teacher - on the documentary Africa Unbottled .

The documentary explores innovative wildlife management approaches in six African countries, highlighting the work done by locals in the community. Kilmer narrated and featured in the American version of the documentary, bringing attention to these conservation methods.

During the production of Africa Unbottled , Kilmer visited Cape Town, immersing himself in the Citys culture and natural beauty. His involvement in the project underscored his commitment to environmental and social causes, showcasing a lesser-known facet of his career.

In the 2022 film , Kilmer reprised his iconic role as Tom Iceman Kazansky alongside Tom Cruise. Kilmer, who had been battling throat cancer since 2014, struggled to speak due to a tracheotomy procedure.