Actor James Handy Killed by Girlfriend’s Son in Tarzana Stabbing
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James Handy, an actor known for roles in “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Jumanji,” was fatally stabbed on June 3, 2026, in Tarzana, California. The Los Angeles Police Department stated that the 81-year-old was killed by his girlfriend’s son, Michael Gledhill. Officers responded to a 911 call around 9:30 a.m. in the 19200 block of Erwin Street, where the caller stated, “I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin.” Handy was found unconscious in the front yard with a stab wound to his chest and was pronounced deceased at a hospital. The suspect flagged down officers and was arrested at the scene. Authorities described the incident as isolated with no ongoing threat to the public.
What’s verified
James Handy, 81, was killed on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in Tarzana, California.
The suspect, Michael Gledhill, 44, is the son of Handy’s girlfriend and was arrested for murder.
Handy was found in the front yard of the residence with a stab wound to his chest and was pronounced dead at a hospital.
The 911 caller stated, “I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin.”
The suspect flagged down nearby officers and told them he was the one they were looking for.
Police stated the incident appears isolated with no danger to the public.
Handy’s film credits include “Top Gun: Maverick” (bartender), “Jumanji” (exterminator), “Arachnophobia,” and “The Rocketeer.”
Handy had television roles on “NYPD Blue” and other series.
Not yet confirmed
Whether Handy also appeared in “Logan,” “Brighton Beach Memoirs,” “The Verdict,” “K-9,” or had recurring roles on “Alias” and “Melrose Place” is reported by only one source.
Whether Handy appeared in “Beverly Hills, 90210,” “Law & Order,” “Profiler,” “The Young and the Restless,” or “9-1-1” is reported by only one source.
Handy’s birthplace (New York) and first screen credit (“Taps,” 1977) are reported by only one source.
Key figures
James Handy – actor (deceased)
Michael Gledhill – suspect, 44
Sources: Variety, The Hollywood Reporter
