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James Handy, known for roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Jumanji, dies at home after fatal stabbing

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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