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Val Kilmer, the actor known for his roles in "Top Gun" and "Heat," died from pneumonia Tuesday night in Los Angeles after struggling with throat cancer for years that permanently altered his voice.
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Val Kilmer, the longtime Hollywood star known for roles in "Top Gun," "Heat" and "Tombstone," among other films, died this week.
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“This man forged through it all and was able to create epic adventures for global audiences,” Cruise said.
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