Val Kilmer said yes to major role without reading script – but filming was ‘unpleasant experience’
Kilmer’s depiction of the cool and confident fighter pilot resonated with audiences and solidified his status as a leading man in Hollywood despite Tom Cruise taking the leading role19:43, 02 Apr 2025Updated 19:44, 02 Apr 2025Val Kilmer died from pneumonia in Los Angeles after struggling with throat cancer for years that permanently altered his voice(Image: