- Val Kilmer is famous for starring in incredible roles in some of the hit Hollywood movies.
- Some of these films that have graced the cinematic universe, include “Deja Vu,” “Top Gun: Maverick,” and “Tombstone.”
- Away from the spotlight, the actor is also a loving father of two children.
Val Kilmer adores his two kids, a son, Jack, and a daughter, Mercedes. The rigors and vigor of a Hollywood career did not limit the amount of time, and attention Val has for his children. This has culminated in a special bond that is shared by the trio. Both children are very proud of their father, going by their numerous glowing tributes to him.
Val Kilmer on a video dated January 20, 2022 | Source: Youtube/@Oscars
![Val Kilmer visits the United Nations headquarters in New York City to promote the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) initiative, on July 20, 2019. | Source: Getty Images](https://cdn.amomama.com/cb8287c047fc27fd4a6534724059933d2d9de21b708865b11717ef2d3e0f0bf6.jpg)
Val Kilmer visits the United Nations headquarters in New York City to promote the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) initiative, on July 20, 2019. | Source: Getty Images
However, he fell behind on payments, and his ex-wife took a lien out on one of his properties to ensure she got the money. This meant that he could not sell the property without informing her first. The property was his 6000-acre ranch in Mexico.
Val Kilmer on a video dated January 20, 2022 | Source: Youtube/@Oscars
![Jack and Mercedes Kilmer attend "Val" photocall during the 74th annual Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, on July 7, 2021. | Source: Getty Images](https://cdn.amomama.com/3aeef2e7a62df3e072d992cd12c1a47e334075669a7141f192fc0aac9737ea50.jpg)
Jack and Mercedes Kilmer attend “Val” photocall during the 74th annual Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, on July 7, 2021. | Source: Getty Images
The actor is a doting father; if he is not posting a throwback picture of Jack and Mercedes with Britney Spears, then he appears on a television trivia with them. Val Kilmer ensures he hardly stays far from his two bundles of joy.
Val Kilmer on a video dated January 20, 2022 | Source: Youtube/@Oscars
Mercedes was born to Val and Joanne in 1991. Since her parents were talented actors, it wasn’t surprising to see her following in their footsteps, with the 32-year-old making appearances in several short movies. Mercedes Kilmer is also a member of a Blues band, which has enabled her to play in many places.
![Mercedes and Val Kilmer attend the annual Thespians Go Hollywood Gala at Avalon Hollywood in Los Angeles, California, on November 18, 2019. | Source: Getty Images](https://cdn.amomama.com/dd6d9220db5cf896233d430611d2eb971e2aa581feaa63c0bca753168c2a4392.jpg)
Mercedes and Val Kilmer attend the annual Thespians Go Hollywood Gala at Avalon Hollywood in Los Angeles, California, on November 18, 2019. | Source: Getty Images
Jack and Val Kilmer on a video dated January 20, 2022 | Source: Youtube/@Oscars
The 1995-born Jack is also an actor like his parents, but unlike his sister, he has appeared in more notable movies. Some of the movies he starred in include “The Nice Guys,” “Lords of Chaos,” and “The Stanford Experiment.” He also has a flair for music and modeling, which is really not surprising considering his good looks.
![Jack Kilmer as Louis Chinasky on "Law and Order: Organized Crime" on October 2, 2021 | Source: Getty Images](https://cdn.amomama.com/0da0182763ba123c433315e53659ae9c96d649731fbbcdbf01c5f5d9062fd304.jpg)
Jack Kilmer as Louis Chinasky on “Law and Order: Organized Crime” on October 2, 2021 | Source: Getty Images
Jack and Val Kilmer on a video dated January 20, 2022 | Source: Youtube/@Oscars
Jack has also collaborated with his dad on a project. When Val asked co-directors Leo Scott and Ting Poo to help tell his story, the “Val” documentary-biography was born. Jack provided extensive narration for the 2021 documentary, which details the life of his father. Through this work, he got to learn a lot about his father’s existence.
Aside from gushing about his kids, Val had also opened up about his battle with throat cancer. In an interview, Val revealed that his battle with throat cancer changed his mind. The actor’s struggle with the disease lasted for two years and ended with him having a reduced voice and a shortened breath.
Val Kilmer on a video dated January 20, 2022 | Source: Youtube/@Oscars