James Handy, the actor known for roles in 'Top Gun: Maverick' and 'Jumanji,' has died at the age of 81 after being brutally stabbed outside his home in Tarzana, Los Angeles. His girlfriend's son, 44-year-old Michael Gledhill, was arrested on suspicion of murder.
Details of the Incident
On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at approximately 9:30 a.m., Los Angeles police received a chilling 911 call from a man stating, 'I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin.' Officers rushed to Handy's residence in the 19200 block of Erwin Street, where they found the actor unconscious in the front yard with a stab wound to his chest. He was transported to a local hospital by Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Police reported that the suspect, Michael Gledhill, flagged down officers at the scene and allegedly told them he was the person they were looking for. Gledhill resides at the same address with his mother, who is Handy's girlfriend. Authorities believe the attack was an isolated incident and that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Background on James Handy
James Handy enjoyed a prolific career in film and television, with notable appearances in 'Top Gun: Maverick' (2022), 'Jumanji' (1995), and numerous TV shows. His sudden and violent death has shocked fans and colleagues alike.
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