Renowned American actor Tom Sizemore is recognized for his notable contributions to numerous remarkable films over his career; however, he has often garnered more attention for his struggles with addiction. Despite his involvement in a range of impressive movies, Sizemore’s reputation has been overshadowed by his battles with substance abuse.
Previously, during an interview, the actor recalled an incident in which he got involved in an on-set altercation with his co-star, Val Kilmer. However, the actor later clarified that they were able to resolve their differences amicably.
Tom Sizemore got into an altercation with Val Kilmer
Tom Sizemore and Val Kilmer first joined forces for the 1995 film Heat. The movie achieved significant success, and their collaboration proved to be fruitful. Years later, the two actors reunited for the 2000 film Red Planet. However, their working relationship wasn’t as smooth during that time. Reportedly, there was on-set tension between Kilmer and Sizemore while filming Red Planet.
Some reports suggested that Kilmer was upset about the production paying to ship Tom Sizemore’s exercise equipment to Australia during the making of the film. This particular incident added to the strained relationship between the two actors.
Sizemore mentioned in his memoir, By Some Miracle I Made It Out of There, that a heated argument between him and Kilmer escalated into a shouting match. In the heat of the moment, Sizemore apparently threw a 50-pound weight at Kilmer, although he missed his target. Further, a producer intervened after this altercation.
The producer reportedly advised Sizemore to avoid hitting Kilmer in the face if they were to engage in another intense fight. During an interview, when Sizemore was asked about any significant professional regrets he might have had, to which the actor replied by saying,
” I never fucked up on a movie set, but as far as choices, probably Red Planet. I got into it with Val [Kilmer] on the set and I told him, “I’ve never gone to another planet with you again!”
Though the actor further claimed that later, the two resolved their differences amicably.
Sizemore passed away on March 3, 2023, at the age of 61.
What is Val Kilmer currently doing?
Both Tom Sizemore and Val Kilmer have enjoyed successful acting careers, excelling in their individual endeavors. Val Kilmer, known for his performances in blockbuster hits like Top Secret and Batman Forever, has recently been in the spotlight due to certain health ailments.
In 2015, the actor was diagnosed with throat cancer, leading to a hiatus in his Hollywood journey. However, he was recently seen reprising his role as Tom Kazansky in the 2022 film Top Gun: Maverick.
Due to his battle with throat cancer, Kilmer faced the challenge of losing his iconic voice. Despite this setback, he remains resilient and hopeful. In 2020, Kilmer released a documentary that sheds light on his ongoing struggle with cancer.
This documentary provides insight into his journey and his determination to overcome the challenges posed by his health condition. Kilmer’s return to acting in Top Gun: Maverick demonstrates his unwavering spirit and commitment to his craft.