Top Gun star Val Kilmer makes rare public release in New York

Hollywood star Val Kilmer was spotted in downtown New York a few days after the release of the new trailer for Top Gun: Maverick.

Kilmer announced in 2017 that he was battling cancer of the throat and that he seemed to wear a tracheal respirator while he walked the streets while wearing a shirt and jeans and wearing a Los Angeles NBA cap.

A member of the public filmed the 59-year-old's exit and, although Kilmer did not answer verbally, he smiled politely and nodded when asked if he was a fan of the Clippers.

Kilmer's health has been the subject of rumors, but earlier this month, he updated his Facebook page to tell the world: "I guess there are rumors that have come to me but that I am alive and well. "

Kilmer's public appearance comes after Top Gun fans have welcomed their first glimpse of the sequel, which will see former co-star Tom Cruise resume his role in the original 1986 film as a reckless rider. US Navy, Maverick. .

It had already been confirmed that Kilmer had resumed his iconic role as Maverick's rival, Iceman.

Kilmer showed his enthusiasm for the new movie by sharing a link to the trailer and writing, "Are you up for this one, Maverick?"

Top Gun: Maverick should land in theaters in 2020.