Hollywood actor Val Kilmer, who rose to fame as Bruce Wayne in 'Batman Forever' and Jim Morrison in 'The Doors', died at the age of 65 in Los Angeles on Tuesday. His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, said that pneumonia was the cause of his death. She also told The New York Times that the actor was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014 but had recovered.

Kilmer is survived by his daughter, Mercedes, and son, Jack.

The actor made his debut with a spoof film titled 'Top Secret' in 1984. Some of his superhit films include 'Top Gun', 'Real Genius', 'Willow', 'Heat' and 'The Saint'.

In 1991, he played one of the most memorable roles in his career as singer Morrison in Oliver Stone's 'The Doors'. As per reports, Kilmer was so involved in his role that he even wore clothes similar to the legendary singer for almost a year. In 1995, Kilmer replaced Michael Keaton in 1995's 'Batman Forever'. However, he received mixed reviews for his performance. He was later replaced by George Clooney in the 1997 film 'Batman and Robin'.

Variety reported that the actor could not speak due to his cancer, but still returned to work when he signed Tom Cruise's 'Top Gun: Maverick' in 2021. Later that year, a documentary based on his life, 'Val', was released.

In the documentary, it was revealed that his son provided the actor's voice and the makers utilised his voice that he recorded over the years.

Kilmer was born in Los Angeles and raised in Chatsworth. He went to Hollywood Professional School and Julliard School before he appeared in Broadway and television shows. He also lent his voiceover for many animated films, including 'The Prince of Egypt'. He also worked with many legendary actors, including Robert Downey Jr, Denzel Washington, among others.

Val Kilmer was also nominated for the Grammys for Best Spoken Work for his work in 'Zorro'.

Source: India Today