James Handy, known for roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Jumanji, dies at home after fatal stabbing
Summary
James Handy, an 81-year-old actor known for roles in movies like Top Gun: Maverick and Jumanji, died after being stabbed at his home in Los Angeles. His girlfriend’s son, Michael Gledhill, has been arrested and charged with murder.Key Facts
- James Handy was found unconscious with multiple stab wounds in his front yard in Tarzana, California.
- The incident happened around 9:30 a.m. on a Wednesday.
- Michael Gledhill, 44, the actor’s girlfriend’s son, was arrested and charged with murder.
- Gledhill told police he was the suspect and lives in the home with his mother, Handy’s girlfriend.
- A 911 caller reportedly said, “I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin.”
- Handy started his acting career in 1977 on the TV show Ryan’s Hope.
- He appeared in films and shows including Jumanji, Logan, K-911, Law & Order, NCIS: Los Angeles, Criminal Minds, and Top Gun: Maverick (2022).
- Handy was born in New York City.
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