James Handy, known for roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Jumanji, dies at home after fatal stabbing
Veteran actor James Handy has died at his home in Los Angeles after being fatally stabbed. His girlfriend's son, Michael Gledhill, has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Handy was known for his roles in films such as Top Gun: Maverick and Jumanji.
- ▪James Handy was found unconscious in his front yard with multiple stab wounds.
- ▪Michael Gledhill, 44, has been charged with murder and has a bail set at $2 million.
- ▪The incident occurred in Tarzana, California, and Handy was 81 years old.
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James Handy in the TV series NYPD Blue. The actor has been fatally stabbed in Los Angeles and Michael Gledhill, the son of his girlfriend, has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Photograph: ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenJames Handy in the TV series NYPD Blue. The actor has been fatally stabbed in Los Angeles and Michael Gledhill, the son of his girlfriend, has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Photograph: ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content/Getty ImagesCultureJames Handy, known for roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Jumanji, dies at home after fatal stabbingSon of actor’s girlfriend arrested after 81-year-old found unconscious in his front yard in Tarzana, Los AngelesEmma JoyceFri 5 Jun 2026 01.43 EDTLast…
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