Following Val Kilmer’s death, two of the most important women in his life were seen together for the first time, sharing a moment that stopped onlookers in their tracks.

For the first time since Val Kilmer’s passing, his ex-wife Joanne Whalley and daughter Mercedes Kilmer have been seen in public — caught in a deeply emotional moment that spoke louder than words.

The pair shared an emotional embrace outside Joanne’s home on Wednesday. Mercedes appeared to be mid-move, her hands full of bags as she loaded them into a car. As she turned, she was met by her mother, and the two collapsed into a hug. The grief was written across their faces.

Photos of the moment quickly spread online. The response was swift and heartfelt. Fans expressed sorrow, posting messages of support across social media. “Love and prayers to you and the family ladies,” one wrote. Another added, “So sorry for their loss and ours. He was a great actor.” Someone else commented, “My heart goes out to all of them.”

Messages poured in from longtime admirers of Val, who made his mark in films like “The Doors,” “Heat,” and “Top Gun.” But some also turned their thoughts to Joanne, wondering about her recent absence from the screen. “I haven’t seen her in anything since ‘Borgia,'” one person noted.

The rare appearance of both women has brought Val’s loss into sharper focus for many. It’s a reminder of the family behind the public figure, quietly mourning a man who once lit up Hollywood.