During the filming of the 1993 Western classic Tombstone, Kurt Russell and the late Val Kilmer developed an unforgettable behind-the-scenes relationship. However, their enduring friendship, lasting long after the cameras stopped rolling, won hearts more than their on-screen chemistry as Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday.
In a recent interview, Kurt Russell talked candidly about one of the most surprising and significant gifts he has ever received; in light of Kilmer’s loss, the gift has even greater significance.
A Trade of Meaningful GiftsRussell clarified after the film’s completion that it was customary for actors to give and receive gifts at the conclusion of a movie, particularly when their participation was particularly noteworthy.