Val Kilmer, famous for his roles in the 1980s and ’90s films like Top Gun and Batman Forever, has died at 65 from pneumonia. His notable performances included Jim Morrison in The Doors and roles in Tombstone and Heat. His daughter Mercedes confirmed his death on Tuesday in Los Angeles.
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa, and their dog were found dead at their Santa Fe home. Hackman’s illustrious six-decade career includes two Academy Awards for The French Connection and Unforgiven. The Santa Fe Sheriff confirmed the couple’s deaths, noting no signs of foul play in the ongoing investigation.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine continues to result in senseless violence, exemplified by a recent drone strike on the Chernobyl power plant’s protective shell, which damaged the structure and sparked a fire. Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned the act, asserting it was an intentional attempt to jeopardize radiation safety, although radiation levels remain unchanged.
A wildfire in Southern California rapidly expanded from 20 acres to 200 acres within 20 minutes, fueled by extreme winds of 80-100mph and dry conditions. Thick smoke is visible near Pacific Palisades homes, with millions statewide under a red flag warning indicating severe fire danger.