Beloved Actor Julian McMahon Passes Away at 56
Actor Julian McMahon, recognized for his portrayal of Dr. Doom in the early 2000s “Fantastic Four” films and notable roles in popular television series such as “Nip/Tuck” and “Charmed,” has sadly passed away at the age of 56.
According to a statement from his wife, Kelly McMahon, he “died peacefully this week after a courageous battle with cancer.”
“Julian cherished life and had a profound love for his family, friends, and career. His greatest desire was to bring happiness to as many people as he could,” she expressed. “We request privacy as our family navigates this difficult time for mourning, and we hope those who found joy in Julian’s presence continue to do so. We are thankful for the memories.”
The news of McMahon’s death was also confirmed through a Facebook post from the “Nip/Tuck” series, created by acclaimed writer Ryan Murphy. The statement read, “Warner Bros. Television grieves the loss of our friend Julian McMahon. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, colleagues, and fans,” accompanied by a photograph of the actor.
McMahon’s performance as Dr. Christian Troy in “Nip/Tuck” earned him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in a Television Drama Series. The show aired on FX from 2003 to 2010. He also starred in both “Fantastic Four” films, contributing to his rise to fame alongside his work on “Charmed,” in which he acted alongside Shannon Doherty and Alyssa Milano from 2000 to 2005.
Born on July 27, 1968, in Sydney, Australia, McMahon hailed from a notable lineage. His father, Sir William McMahon, served as Australia’s prime minister from 1971 to 1972, while his mother, Sonia McMahon, was a well-known socialite and fashion icon.
Reflecting on his childhood during a 2007 interview with Jimmy Kimmel, McMahon remarked that he had little recollection of his father’s political tenure due to his young age, stating, “Australia is a smaller country, and during the 70s, everything wasn’t as public… It was easier; we weren’t constantly under the media’s gaze.”
In 2018, McMahon returned to his home country to feature in the comedy-drama “Swinging Safari,” sharing the screen with Australian icon Kylie Minogue. This collaboration was notable as Minogue is the sister of McMahon’s first wife, Dannii Minogue.
In recent years, McMahon tapped into his limited memories of his father’s political career, portraying an Australian prime minister in the murder mystery series “The Residence,” which debuted on Netflix this year.
McMahon is survived by his wife Kelly, whom he married in 2014, and his daughter Madison from his earlier marriage to model Brook Burns.
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