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Julian McMahon, the charismatic Australian actor known for his roles in Nip/Tuck, Charmed, FBI: Most Wanted, and as the iconic Dr. Doom in Fantastic Four, has died at age 56 following a private battle with cancer. He passed away on July 2 in Clearwater, Florida.

In a heartfelt statement to Deadline, his wife Kelly McMahon shared the tragic news:

“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.”

She asked for privacy as the family mourns, and encouraged fans to continue finding joy, just as Julian had hoped.

From Australian Roots to Global Stardom

Born in Sydney on July 27, 1968, Julian Dana William McMahon came from a prominent family — his father, Billy McMahon, served as Prime Minister of Australia from 1971 to 1972. Julian initially pursued modeling before transitioning into acting,...

Julian McMahon, the actor known for many TV and movie roles, has died at 56 after quietly fighting cancer. His wife, Kelly McMahon, told Deadline about his passing and shared a heartfelt message.

She said, “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.” Kelly asked for privacy during this difficult time but encouraged fans to remember the happiness Julian brought to so many.

Born in Sydney, Australia, on July 27, 1968, Julian came from a notable family. His father, Billy McMahon, was Australia’s Prime Minister from 1971 to 1972. Julian began his career as a model before trying acting.

He first appeared on Australian soap operas like The Power, the Passion and Home and Away in the late 1980s and early 1990s. His first movie role was in Wet and Wild Summer! in 1992. Later,...

Julian McMahon, known for his various TV and film roles, including Marvel's Runaways and the Fantastic Four movies, has passed away. The Australian actor reportedly died on July 2 in Clearwater, Florida at the age of 56. He had been living with cancer, which he kept private from the public. McMahon's wife, Kelly McMahon, confirmed her husband's death in a statement.

“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,” the statement reads. “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,...

Julian McMahon, the Australian actor best known for playing Fantastic Four villain Dr. Doom and starring in Nip/Tuck, Charmed, andFBI: Most Wanted, has died. He was 56.

McMahon passed away on July 2 in Clearwater, Florida, following a private battle with cancer. His wife, Kelly McMahon, confirmed the news in a statement shared with Deadline. The statement reads:

“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. 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.