Julian McMahon, beloved star of Nip/Tuck, Charmed, and the original Fantastic Four films, has died at the age of 56 after a private battle with cancer, his family confirms. “With an open heart, I wish to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, died peacefully this week after a valiant effort to overcome cancer,” McMahon’s wife, Kelly McMahon, said in a statement to Deadline. “Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible. We ask for support during this time to allow our family to grieve in privacy. And we wish for all of those to whom Julian brought joy, to continue to find joy in life. We are grateful for the memories.” Below are some tributes from his co-stars and loved ones, including his Charmed family.
Alyssa Milano
Milano, who played McMahon’s on-screen wife, then ex, remembered her Charmed co-star.
Dylan Walsh
“I’m stunned,” his Nip/Tuck co-star told Deadline in a statement. “We rode this wave together and I loved him. My heart goes out to Kelly and Maddy. Jules! I know you’d want me to say something to make you smile — all the inside jokes. All those years you had my back, and my god, we laughed. My heart is with you. Rest in peace.
Ioan Gruffudd
His Fantastic Four rival recalled how despite playing enemies on screen, there was nothing but love between the actors.
Holly Marie Combs
His on-screen sister-in-law remembered the laughter McMahon brought to the set: “I hope you find our lady friend and dance in those rose petals.”
Michael Chiklis
McMahon’s Fantastic Four co-star, who played The Thing, remembered his friend in a tribute on Instagram.
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His Charmed co-stars, including Alyssa Milano, remember the late actor.
