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Actor James Handy Killed in Stabbing
Originally published Jun 5, 2026
By Pat Saperstein · Variety
AI-generated summary based on Variety · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jun 5, 2026
Key points
- James Handy, 81, was killed in a stabbing in Los Angeles.
- He was known for playing the bartender in 'Top Gun: Maverick' and 'Jumanji'.
- Handy had appeared in dozens of TV shows throughout his career.
- The LAPD confirmed the suspect was his girlfriend's son.
- The incident occurred in the Tarzana neighborhood.
James Handy, an actor known for his roles in 'Top Gun: Maverick' and 'Jumanji,' was killed in a stabbing in Los Angeles. The 81-year-old was the bartender in 'Top Gun: Maverick' and had appeared in numerous TV shows. The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that he was killed by his girlfriend's son. The incident occurred in the Tarzana neighborhood, and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal attack. Handy's death marks the loss of a veteran actor with a long and varied career in film and television.
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