“Life is precious, and when someone dies it's an opportunity to realize how precious it is."
Val Kilmer
(December 31, 1959 - April 1, 2025)

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Val Kilmer rose to fame in the 1980s with a string of standout performances, beginning with the cult comedy Top Secret!, where he showcased both his comedic chops and musical talent. He followed with Real Genius, cementing his status as a charismatic leading man, before achieving global stardom as “Iceman” in Top Gun.

Beyond his early blockbuster success, Kilmer pursued a diverse and artistic career, later channeling his passion for literature and performance into Citizen Twain, a one-man play exploring the life of Mark Twain.

In addition to acting, he embraced painting and mixed-media art, using his creativity as a means of personal expression, particularly following his battle with throat cancer.

Kilmer's life remains a testament to his versatility and artistic resilience.


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  • American Legion / Bird Bells

  • American Legion / Good Times Are Not All Gone

  • American Legion / Flowers at the Market

  • American Legion / Feeding the Fire

  • Courtesy Of Epidemic Sound

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Discussion about this video

What a wonderful montage you put together. I remember having a big crush on him when we were both young. I knew he was straight, but that didn't seem to matter. We will all miss him.

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Thanks, David. Same here…I knew he was straight, but like most actors, I always got the impression he enjoyed whatever attention came his way. Love (and adoration) is love (and adoration). lol

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Beautiful tribute.

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Thanks, D.C. Cheers!

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That is a face so sculptural it should carved in granite.

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I’m sure he’s been the model/muse for many a sculpture. Cheers, Tom!

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AND, there is only one Doc Holiday forevermore!

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Works for me. He rocked that mustache.

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Another terrific job, Clint! Thank you.

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What an amazing looking man. An arresting actor, too. And oh, so sexy!

@2:14, wearing a tux, dancing on a white piano: Can anyone tell me what movie that comes from? Thanks.

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It’s from Top Secret! his first film (I believe) in 1984. Here’s a link to the scene:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpB4vzaspts

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Loved the animated GIFs

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Thanks, Allen…always looking for more of those to include. Such fun!

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I have seen a few of these images before. I never saw him act so the images didn't relate to anything much. A pleasant looking American boy.

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Ooooohhhh, those lips!! Thanks again, Clint. Have you ever 'done' Ricky Nelson? I think he was the one who turned me queer. Either him or Tony Dow!!!

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Thanks Clint. I didn't remember much about him other than being in Top Gun and The Doors movie.

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Wow! Nice job pulling these images together! I never really paid much attention to Kilmer as an actor but he was a nice looking man!

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