Julian McMahon tributes flood in from the world of showbiz as actor dies aged 56 following ‘private battle’ with cancer
TRIBUTES have flooded in from the world of showbiz following the sad death of Julian McMahon.
The actor’s grieving family revealed he had died at the age of 56 following a ‘private battle’ with cancer.
It was not publicly known that the actor, best known for his starring roles on Nip/Tuck, Fantastic Four, Charmed and FBI: Most Wanted, was sick prior to his death.
Tributes have flooded in for the much-loved star, as the world of showbiz mourn the loss of one of their own.
Julian’s last role saw him star alongside Nicolas Cage in Stan original film The Surfer.
The pair were last pictures together in March at SXSW, to promote the film.
Julian was pictured looking gaunt, but bravely posed for the cameras despite his secret cancer battle.
Paying tribute to his friend, Nicholas said: “I spent six weeks working with Julian, and he was the most talented of actors.
“Our scenes together on The Surfer were amongst my favorites I have ever participated in, and Julian is one of my favorite people.
“He was a kind and intelligent man. My love to his family.”
Julian’s Charmed co-star Rose McGowan wrote: “Oh Julian, you force of brilliance.
“For you, your family, and your loving fans all over the world, I pray for comfort.”
Fellow Charmed actor Brian Krause, who played Leo Wyatt on the hit series, also paid tribute to his friend.
“Sad day for our Charmed family!” he wrote.
‘”Julian was one of the funniest, devilishly handsome and kind souls! Prayers to his family and close friends. He will surely be missed!”
SAD DEATH
Yesterday, Julian’s family announced that he passed away on Wednesday, July 2, in Clearwater, Florida, after a private cancer battle.
His wife, Kelly McMahon, said 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.
“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.”
Kelly concluded in the heartfelt message she first shared with Deadline: “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 and his third wife, Kelly, tied the knot in 2014 and shared no kids together – although he has a daughter from his second marriage.
