Tom Cruise held back tears as he paid tribute to his late Top Gun co-star Val Kilmer during a heartfelt moment on stage at CinemaCon in Las Vegas.

An unforgettable night at CinemaCon in Las Vegas as Tom Cruise paid a deeply emotional tribute to his late Top Gun co-star, Val Kilmer. 💔✈️

Taking the stage to a standing ovation, Tom’s voice trembled with emotion as he spoke from the heart about the man who brought “Iceman” to life and stood beside him in one of the most iconic duos in cinematic history.

“Val was more than just a co-star,” Tom said, holding back tears. “He was a brother, a fighter, a creative soul who gave everything to his craft. Working with him was one of the greatest honors of my life.”

The room fell completely silent, the weight of the moment pressing down on every heart in the crowd. You could see it in Tom’s eyes—this wasn’t just a tribute. It was a farewell. A thank you. A final salute to a friend who left a lasting mark on his life and on millions of movie fans around the world.

As clips from Top Gun and Top Gun: Maverick played behind him, the emotion in the room was undeniable. A mix of nostalgia, loss, and admiration washed over everyone present.

CinemaCon became more than just a celebration of upcoming blockbusters—it became a stage for remembering a legend.