Val Kilmer's ex-girlfriend Ellen Barkin looks downcast in NYC two days after his death

Ellen Barkin Seen in New York City Following Val Kilmer’s Death

Actress Ellen Barkin appeared somber during a recent outing in New York City, her hometown, on Thursday. This appearance comes just two days after the passing of her former romantic partner, Val Kilmer. The death of Val Kilmer has prompted reflection on his past relationships, including his time with Ellen Barkin.

Barkin’s Appearance in NYC

The acclaimed Emmy-winning actress, who will soon celebrate her 71st birthday, was photographed warmly dressed against the spring chill. She wore a black padded jacket over a cardigan, a simple crew-neck shirt, loose-fitting trousers, and white athletic shoes. She was seen walking her small dog, who was also prepared for the weather in a raincoat.

Personal Touches

For her unadorned city walk, Barkin chose to forgo makeup and wore a sentimental necklace. The necklace featured one half of a ‘best friend’ locket and a Star of David pendant, adding personal significance to her ensemble.

A Look Back at Ellen Barkin’s Notable Roles

Ellen Barkin has established herself as a prominent actress with a diverse filmography. She is widely recognized for her performances in numerous critically acclaimed and popular movies, including:

• Diner (1982)
• The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension (1984)
• The Big Easy (1986)
• Down by Law (1986)
• Sea of Love (1989)
• Switch (1991)
• The Fan (1996)
• Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999)
• Ocean’s Thirteen (2007)

Ellen Barkin and Val Kilmer: A Past Romance

In the year 1984, Ellen Barkin and Val Kilmer shared a brief but intense romantic connection. Kilmer, a celebrated heartthrob of the 1980s, and Barkin reportedly enjoyed a vibrant period which involved daytime outings on Rodeo Drive and evening barbecues.

Kilmer’s Fond Remembrances

Kilmer expressed warm recollections of Barkin in his 2020 autobiography, “I’m Your Huckleberry.” He wrote of her, “[Ellen had] the best smile in all five boroughs,” and fondly remembered her “wit, her sultry eyes,” and particularly her “laugh.” He also reminisced about her hair, stating, “Who remembers the softness of a woman’s hair? If you ever have a chance to consensually ever so gently touch Ellen’s hair, it will be worth the look she’s gonna drop on you.”

‘One of the Enchantresses Who Got Away’

Kilmer characterized Barkin as “one of the enchantresses who got away,” suggesting his own personal issues and inattentiveness may have contributed to the relationship’s end.

Past Tensions

It appears their relationship did not conclude on entirely friendly terms. Barkin, a Tony Award winner, in a 2006 ELLE interview, implied a less than amicable separation. Referencing Kilmer, she stated she would be the ex he “would fear most as a witness for the prosecution,” adding the pointed remark: “Hell hath no fury.”

Kilmer’s Later Reflections on Loneliness

Despite having been romantically linked to many prominent women, Kilmer admitted to experiencing solitude. In his 2020 memoir, he confessed, “I haven’t had a girlfriend in 20 years. The truth is I am lonely part of every day.”

Val Kilmer’s Passing

Val Kilmer sadly passed away on Tuesday at the age of 65 in his Los Angeles hometown. His death was attributed to pneumonia, following a prolonged struggle with throat cancer. His battle with cancer involved treatments such as a tracheotomy, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.

Kilmer’s Surviving Family

The Top Gun: Maverick actor is survived by his two children, both actors: son Jack, 29, and daughter Mercedes, 33. They are his children from his marriage to actress Joanne Whalley, his co-star in “Willow.” Kilmer and Whalley divorced in 1996 after an eight-year marriage.

Barkin’s Family Life

Ellen Barkin also has two children, Jack, 35, and Romy, 32, from her previous marriage to actor Gabriel Byrne, her co-star in “Siesta.” Their five-year marriage ended in 1993, with the divorce finalized in 1999. Barkin was also married to billionaire Ronald Perelman for five years, a marriage that concluded in 2006.

Other Notable Relationships

Beyond her marriages, Barkin has been reported to have been romantically involved with several well-known figures, including Matt Dillon, Robert Duvall, Johnny Depp, David Arquette, Ralph Fiennes, and Sam Levinson.

Barkin’s Recent Work

Most recently, Ellen Barkin’s acting work includes a guest role in “Poker Face.” Her last acting role was in the 2023 Netflix mob comedy, “The Out-Laws,” where she played Lilly McDermott. The film, which received unfavorable reviews, also starred Adam DeVine, Nina Dobrev, and Pierce Brosnan.