Unlike Iceman, Doc Holliday was a character Kilmer found to be very well written in the 1993 Western “Tombstone.” Holliday is dying of tuberculosis in George P. Cosmatos’ film when he meets up with his old friend Wyatt Earp (Kurt Russell) in a classic showdown of outlaws and lawmen (even those attempting to retire).

Actor Val Kilmer, who starred in a string of high-profile films such as' Batman' and 'The Doors,' has died at age 65.

In a career spanning decades, Val Kilmer took on supporting and leading roles spanning from Batman to Doc Holliday.

Cruise “rallied hard" for Kilmer to appear in the sequel. Filming was "emotional" and tears were shed. Kilmer said playing Iceman again was like reuniting "with a long-lost friend."

Val Kilmer, who played Iceman in TOP GUN, died Thursday night at the age of 65. His daughter Mercedes Kilmer told the

Val Kilmer, the brooding, versatile actor who played fan favorite Iceman in “Top Gun,” donned a voluminous cape as Batman in “Batman Forever” and portrayed Jim Morrison in “The Doors,” has died. He was 65.

Our favorite performances by Val Kilmer, who passed away Tuesday, including “Top Gun,” “Heat,” “The Doors” and “Top Secret.”

Val Kilmer flew a fighter jet and drove the Batmobile for one great movie life. Here are his 10 essential roles, from "Real Genius" to "The Doors."