Man charged with murder of veteran US character actor James Handy
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James Handy, a veteran character actor known for roles in films like Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick, was fatally stabbed at the age of 81. Michael Gledhill, 44, has been charged with his murder and is undergoing mental health evaluations to determine his competency for trial. Gledhill allegedly confessed to the crime to police after they responded to a 911 call.
- ▪James Handy was found stabbed in the chest outside his home in Los Angeles.
- ▪Michael Gledhill, the suspect, was charged with murder and is undergoing psychological evaluations.
- ▪Gledhill's bail has been set at $2 million.
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James Handy, who appeared in many films and television series, including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick. Photograph: ABC/Disney/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenJames Handy, who appeared in many films and television series, including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick. Photograph: ABC/Disney/Getty ImagesLos AngelesMan charged with murder of veteran US character actor James HandyHandy, 81, died after being stabbed, allegedly by Michael Gledhill, whose mother was in relationship with HandyAssociated PressFri 5 Jun 2026 19.52 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA man has been charged with murder in the stabbing of Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick actor James Handy, who was in a relationship with the suspect’s mother.Michael Gledhill, 44, was charged after police say officers found the 81-year-old…
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