The Hollywood star’s children have thanked friends, family and fans for “honoring our extraordinary father’s memory.”

The death of Val Kilmer at age 65 has put a spotlight on not only the actor's long career in Hollywood, but also his health. Kilmer's death was confirmed by his daughter Mercedes, who said he died April 1 in Los Angeles surrounded by family and friends, according to The Associated Press.

Celebrated actor Val Kilmer has died, leaving behind an enviable filmography and a visual art practice in which he confronted his celebrity.

Val Kilmer, a versatile Hollywood hero of the ’80s and ’90s with star turns as both the likes of Batman and Jim Morrison, has died. He was 65.

Kilmer’s other roles included Jim Morrison in Oliver Stone’s “The Doors” and Bruce Wayne in “Batman Forever” Val Kilmer, the celebrated actor known for intensely committing to his performances and for starring roles in films like “Tombstone,

Charismatic and versatile, he also won praise for memorable roles as Iceman in 'Top Gun' and Doc Holliday in 'Tombstone,' but his unpredictable behavior ruffled some feathers in Hollywood.