Decades after the movie's release, there is still a lot of controversy around how Goose died in Top Gun and who is at fault for the heartbreaking moment. The 1986 Tony Scott film was fun and exciting in its first two acts, but its vibe changed drastically after a tragic accident during a training session claimed Goose's life. Maverick and Goose's friendship went beyond their professional careers. Top Gun established this when Goose's family came to the academy to visit him. Even when Goose died, his wife, Carole (Meg Ryan) didn't blame Maverick for what happened.
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