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Val Kilmer

Val Edward Kilmer (born December 31, 1959) is an American actor considered by fans to be one of the most talented and underappreciated actors currently working in film and television.

Overview

Kilmer is known for roles as diverse as the Elvis-like teen idol Nick Rivers in Top Secret! to real-life legends Billy the Kid, cultural hero Robert Elliot Burns, and rock idol Jim Morrison, to larger-than-life characters Bruce Wayne/Batman and Simon Templar, the Saint. In a 2002 film, he plays Danny Parker, a jazz trumpeter who infiltrates a group of crystal meth addicts and becomes one himself in an attempt to avenge the senseless death of his wife which they caused.

Career

Born in Los Angeles, California, and raised in the San Fernando Valley, Kilmer is one of three sons born to Gladys and Eugene Kilmer, the others being older brother Mark and younger brother Wesley. When Val was 17 and just about to start study as the youngest student ever admitted to the Juillard School of Fine Arts in New York, Wesley tragically drowned in the family's own swimming pool. Recently, Kilmer and director D. J. Caruso explored the theme of loss together in their film release The Salton Sea. Caruso also lost a brother in a tragic accident.

Kilmer's ex-wife is Joanne Whalley, an actress and former lead singer of Cindy & the Saffrons. The two met while working together on the film Willow. They have two children, daughter Mercedes and son Jack.

Kilmer is regarded as "difficult" by some in the industry, such as directors John Frankenheimer (The Island of Doctor Moreau) and Ron Howard (Willow). Frankenheimer reportedly became so angry that he had Kilmer physically escorted from the set, later commenting "At my age there are two things I will never do, climb Mount Everest or work with Val Kilmer ever again!" Many others who have worked with Kilmer consider him a gifted, dedicated artist with whom they would be happy to work again. Many comment on his great enthusiasm, high intelligence, and dedication to both the roles he plays and the projects he is involved with in general, although the adjective "eccentric" continues to surface in descriptions of the actor.

Recently, Kilmer was in negotiations with Richard Dutcher (God's Army, Brigham City) for the lead role in his 2005 film Prophet: The Story of Joseph Smith. He was initially cast in the part and was excited about playing the Mormon church founder, but had to back out due to other acting obligations.

Partial filmography

  • Top Secret! (1984)
  • Real Genius (1985)
  • One Too Many (TV) (1985)
  • Top Gun (1986)
  • The Murder in the Rue Morgue (TV) (1986)
  • The Man Who Broke 1000 Chains (TV) (1987)
  • Willow
  • Hamlet (Colorado Shakespeare Festival) (1988)
  • Kill Me Again (1989)
  • Gore Vidal's Billy the Kid (TV) (1989)
  • The Doors (1991)
  • Thunderheart (1992)
  • Tis Pity She's A Whore (Joseph Papp Public Theatre, New York) (1992)
  • The Real McCoy (1993)
  • True Romance (1993)
  • Tombstone (1993)
  • Wings of Courage (IMAX) (1995)
  • Dead Girl (1995)
  • Batman Forever (1995)
  • Heat (1995)
  • The Island of Doctor Moreau (1996)
  • The Ghost & the Darkness (1996)
  • The Saint (1997)
  • Africa Unbottled (TV documentary) (1998)
  • The Prince of Egypt (1998)
  • At First Sight (1999)
  • Joe the King (1999)
  • Red Planet (2000)
  • Pollock (2000)
  • Run For the Money (TV) (2002)
  • The Salton Sea (2002)
  • Wonderland (2003)
  • Spartan (2004)
  • Mindhunters (2004)
  • Alexander (2004)

Upcoming projects

  • Kiss, Kiss, Bang, Bang (2005)
  • Delgo (2005)
  • A License to Steal (2005)

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He was initially cast in the part and was excited about playing the Mormon church founder, but had to back out due to other acting obligations. His film career began in 1985/1987. Recently, Kilmer was in negotiations with Richard Dutcher (God's Army, Brigham City) for the lead role in his 2005 film Prophet: The Story of Joseph Smith. Jason Marsden (born January 3, 1975) is an actor largely known for numerous voice roles in animated films, as well as his role in the TV series Eerie, Indiana. Many comment on his great enthusiasm, high intelligence, and dedication to both the roles he plays and the projects he is involved with in general, although the adjective "eccentric" continues to surface in descriptions of the actor. The Fairly OddParents (voice) (2003-) plays Timmy's friend Chester McBadbat. Kilmer is regarded as "difficult" by some in the industry, such as directors John Frankenheimer (The Island of Doctor Moreau) and Ron Howard (Willow). Frankenheimer reportedly became so angry that he had Kilmer physically escorted from the set, later commenting "At my age there are two things I will never do, climb Mount Everest or work with Val Kilmer ever again!" Many others who have worked with Kilmer consider him a gifted, dedicated artist with whom they would be happy to work again. Invader Zim (voice) (2002) plays a hall monitor in "Dark Harvest" maybe others.

They have two children, daughter Mercedes and son Jack. Return to the Batcave: The Misadventures of Adam and Burt (voice) (2002) plays Young Burt Ward. The two met while working together on the film Willow. Spirited Away (voice) (2002) plays Haku. Kilmer's ex-wife is Joanne Whalley, an actress and former lead singer of Cindy & the Saffrons. The Legend Of Tarzan (voice) (2001) plays Mungo. Caruso also lost a brother in a tragic accident. The Weekenders (voice) (2000) plays Tino Tonitini.

Caruso explored the theme of loss together in their film release The Salton Sea. An Extremely Goofy Movie (voice) (1999) plays Max. J. Lion King II: Simba's Pride (voice) (1998) plays Kovu. Recently, Kilmer and director D. Step by Step(1996) plays Rich. When Val was 17 and just about to start study as the youngest student ever admitted to the Juillard School of Fine Arts in New York, Wesley tragically drowned in the family's own swimming pool. Jungle Cubs (voice) (1996) plays Shere Khan the Tiger/Prince Louie the Ape.

Born in Los Angeles, California, and raised in the San Fernando Valley, Kilmer is one of three sons born to Gladys and Eugene Kilmer, the others being older brother Mark and younger brother Wesley. White Squall (1996) plays Shay Jennings. In a 2002 film, he plays Danny Parker, a jazz trumpeter who infiltrates a group of crystal meth addicts and becomes one himself in an attempt to avenge the senseless death of his wife which they caused. A Goofy Movie (voice) (1995) plays Max. Kilmer is known for roles as diverse as the Elvis-like teen idol Nick Rivers in Top Secret! to real-life legends Billy the Kid, cultural hero Robert Elliot Burns, and rock idol Jim Morrison, to larger-than-life characters Bruce Wayne/Batman and Simon Templar, the Saint. Eerie, Indiana (1992) played Dash X. Val Edward Kilmer (born December 31, 1959) is an American actor considered by fans to be one of the most talented and underappreciated actors currently working in film and television. Saturday Night (1992) plays Buddy.

A License to Steal (2005). Mr. Delgo (2005). Robot Jox (1990) plays Tommy. Kiss, Kiss, Bang, Bang (2005). General Hospital (1987) played Alan Quartermaine, Jr. Alexander (2004).

Mindhunters (2004). Spartan (2004). Wonderland (2003). The Salton Sea (2002).

Run For the Money (TV) (2002). Pollock (2000). Red Planet (2000). Joe the King (1999).

At First Sight (1999). The Prince of Egypt (1998). Africa Unbottled (TV documentary) (1998). The Saint (1997).

The Ghost & the Darkness (1996). The Island of Doctor Moreau (1996). Heat (1995). Batman Forever (1995).

Dead Girl (1995). Wings of Courage (IMAX) (1995). Tombstone (1993). True Romance (1993).

The Real McCoy (1993). Tis Pity She's A Whore (Joseph Papp Public Theatre, New York) (1992). Thunderheart (1992). The Doors (1991).

Gore Vidal's Billy the Kid (TV) (1989). Kill Me Again (1989). Hamlet (Colorado Shakespeare Festival) (1988). Willow.

The Man Who Broke 1000 Chains (TV) (1987). The Murder in the Rue Morgue (TV) (1986). Top Gun (1986). One Too Many (TV) (1985).

Real Genius (1985). Top Secret! (1984).