Hollywood says goodbye to beloved character actor James Handy

• Veteran Hollywood character actor James Handy, known for his roles in films such as "Taps," "K-9," and "Top Gun: Maverick," has died at 81.
• Handy was found stabbed to death at his Los Angeles home, and his girlfriend's son, Michael Gledhill, has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
• His career spanned nearly five decades, featuring appearances in numerous blockbusters and television series, including "The X-Files," "NYPD Blue," and "Alias."
• Born in 1945, Handy served in the US Army during the Vietnam War from 1966 to 1967, an experience that led him to become a pacifist.
• Handy's final acting role was as barman Jimmy in the 2022 blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick," which grossed over $1.5 billion worldwide.

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James Handy: Hollywood’s ‘finest character actor’ with a dark army past