James Handy, the veteran Hollywood character actor celebrated for his performances in films such as Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick, has been discovered fatally stabbed at his residence in Los Angeles. The suspect, identified as the son of Handy's girlfriend, has been taken into custody.
Incident Details
Law enforcement officials responded to a 911 call reporting an unspecified disturbance at a property in Tarzana, located in the San Fernando Valley, at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday. Upon arrival, officers found Handy, 81, unconscious in the front yard suffering from a stab wound to the chest. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Arrest Made
Michael Gledhill, 44, the son of Handy's girlfriend and a resident of the home, has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Gledhill was booked at a Van Nuys jail.
Career Highlights
Handy made his film debut in 1981 and went on to appear in a wide array of notable movies, including Bird, Arachnophobia, The Rocketeer, Logan, and Suburbicon. His television credits are equally extensive, featuring popular series such as Quantum Leap, Murder, She Wrote, Melrose Place, NYPD Blue, The X-Files, The West Wing, and Alias.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to gather evidence and determine the motive behind the tragic incident.
