Adm. Tom 'Iceman' Kazansky — Top Gun: Maverick Character Profile

About Adm. Tom 'Iceman' Kazansky

Former rival turned high-ranking admiral who mentors Maverick in his later years.

Adm. Tom 'Iceman' Kazansky — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Strategic command, Aerial tactics, Diplomacy, Leadership, Crisis negotiation

• Strength: 7/10
• Intelligence: 9/10
• Charisma: 8.5/10
• Morality: 9/10
• Influence: 9/10

Character Facts

Played by

Val Kilmer

Appears in

Top Gun: Maverick (2022)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (2)

• Adm. Tom 'Iceman' Kazansky — Alliance Ally — Capt. Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell (Tom Cruise)

  Longtime friend and former rival who protects Maverick's career.

• Adm. Tom 'Iceman' Kazansky — Professional Subordinate — Adm. Beau 'Cyclone' Simpson (Jon Hamm)

  Air Boss who respects Iceman's authority enough to keep Maverick on staff.

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