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Julian McMahon, known for his roles in "Nip/Tuck" and "Charmed," has sadly passed away at the age of 56 after a battle with cancer, as confirmed by his wife, Kelly Paniagua.
Australian actor Julian McMahon has died at the age of 56. His wife, Kelly Paniagua, reported that he passed away in Clearwater, Florida, due to cancer. In her heartfelt statement, she shared, "Julian loved life. He loved his family, friends, work, and fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible." McMahon rose to fame in series like "Charmed" and gained wider recognition in the hit medical drama "Nip/Tuck," where he portrayed the role of plastic surgeon Dr. Christian Troy. The show, which aired from 2003 to 2010, earned him a Golden Globe nomination. Co-star Dylan Walsh expressed his sorrow, stating, "I loved him. We rode this wave together. My heart is with you. Rest in peace." McMahon is also remembered for playing Doctor Doom in the "Fantastic Four" films and starring in "FBI: Most Wanted." Dick Wolf, the producer of "FBI: Most Wanted," described the news of McMahon's death as "shocking." As the son of a former Australian prime minister, McMahon embodied leadership on-screen as well in recent roles, including one as a prime minister in Netflix's "The Residence." He married thrice during his lifetime, initially tying the knot with singer-actress Dannii Minogue, the sister of famed Kylie Minogue.
