By New York Post (U.S.) | Created at 2026-06-05 00:27:55 | Updated at 2026-06-08 03:16:36
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James Handy, an actor with appearances in “Jumanji,” “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Taps” was brutally murdered by his girlfriend’s son, police said.
Authorities raced to the 19200 block of Erwin Street in Tarzana Wednesday morning after a caller stated “I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin.”
When they arrived, cops discovered 81-year-old Handy unconscious in the front yard of a home, unconscious and suffering from stab wounds, police said.
Handy was rushed to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
A short time later, the suspect, 44-year-old Michael Gledhill, allegedly waved down officers and told them he was the one they were looking for, according to a news release from LAPD.
Gledhill is the son of Handy’s girlfriend.
Gledhill was arrested for murder and his bail is currently set at $2,000,000.
Handy’s most recent role was in “Top Gun: Maverick” where he played a bartender named Jimmy.
He’s also made appearances in TV shows including “The West Wing,” “9-1-1,” “NCIS: Los Angeles” and “Mulaney.”
Handy’s career stretched back to roles in the ’70’s.
It’s currently unclear what led to his murder.
