Julian McMahon died peacefully earlier this week on July 1, 2025, at the age of 56, following a private battle with cancer. His death was confirmed by his wife, Kelly McMahon, who shared a heartfelt message expressing her grief and celebrating Julian’s life.
“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,” Kelly said in the statement. “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.”
Julian is now being honored by friends, former co-stars, and colleagues across Hollywood. Famous for his television roles in shows like Charmed, Nip/Tuck, and the FBI franchise, multiple actors and celebrities have shared public tributes mourning his passing and celebrating his legacy.
Below, read the tributes from some of Julian’s friends and colleagues.
Alyssa Milano worked with Julian on Charmed and penned a lengthy social media note for him. She began her caption by writing, “I’m heartbroken.”
“Julian McMahon was magic,” she wrote in her Instagram post. “That smile. That laugh. That talent. That presence. He walked into a room and lit it up—not just with charisma, but with kindness. With mischief. With soulful understanding. We spent years together on Charmed—years of scenes, stories, and so many in-between moments. He made me feel safe as an actor. Seen as a woman. He challenged me, teased me, supported me. We were so different, and yet somehow we always understood each other.”
