Val Kilmer is an American actor renowned for his diverse roles in film and theater. Born on December 31, 1959, in Los Angeles, California, he began his acting career on stage before transitioning to film. Kilmer gained prominence with performances in movies such as Top Secret! (1984), Real Genius (1985), and Top Gun (1986). He portrayed Jim Morrison in The Doors (1991) and Doc Holliday in Tombstone (1993). Other notable films include Batman Forever (1995), The Saint (1997), and Top Gun: Maverick (2022), where he reprised his role as Iceman.
In 2015, Kilmer was diagnosed with throat cancer, leading to treatments that affected his voice. Despite these challenges, he continues to engage in acting and public appearances. His health journey was documented in the 2021 film Val, providing insight into his personal and professional life.
Kilmer’s personal life includes a notable relationship with singer and actress Cher. They dated from 1982 to 1984, and Cher has described being “madly in love” with him. She reflected on their relationship in a 2024 interview, noting that Kilmer was one of the few men to end a relationship with her.