In the weeks leading up to his death, Val Kilmer gave fans an unexpected glimpse of his time as Batman in a now-viral Instagram video. The actor was seen putting on a Batman mask in a clip filmed with artist David Choe. The clip has gained widespread attention across social media.
Val Kilmer wore batman mask before his death
Val Kilmer’s Instagram video, where he puts on a Batman mask, has gone viral following his death on Tuesday at the age of 65. The actor, best known for playing the Caped Crusader in Batman Forever (1995), appeared in an Instagram clip shared on February 23 alongside artist and musician David Choe.
In the footage, Kilmer sits on the ground before putting on a black-and-white Batman mask, stating, “I’m ready. I have an angle for us. It’s been a while.” Choe, working on a Batman-inspired art piece, responds by reassuring Kilmer, “Well, you look great.” The video is now being widely circulated online as fans remember Kilmer’s career.
The actor’s daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, confirmed to The New York Times that he passed away on April 1 from pneumonia. She also revealed that he was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014, though he later recovered. During an interaction with The Hollywood Reporter back in 2017, Kilmer shared that the cancer affected his voice and breathing.
Kilmer was actively involved in artistic pursuits in his final years, frequently sharing his work on social media. His last Instagram post, shared on March 22, featured his artwork. The actor wrote, “It’s got that late-night glow. Cool tones with a low burn, like when the camp fire cools down but you’re still wide awake.”
Kilmer established a niche for himself in the industry with roles in films like Top Gun, The Doors, and Heat. His final on-screen appearance was in Top Gun: Maverick (2022), where he shared an emotional reunion with Tom Cruise.
Originally reported by Disheeta Maheshwari on ComingSoon.
