The actor best known for his roles in ‘Charmed’ and ‘FBI’ made his final public appearance in March 2025. See photos of Julian over the years.
Julian McMahon captured fans’ hearts throughout the 2000s through his film and television roles, specifically in the FBI franchise, Charmed, Nip/Tuck and plenty more — which is why his death in 2025 shocked them and close friends of the actor. Julian’s wife, Kelly McMahon, delivered the news on the 4th of July, confirming that her late husband was battling cancer.
“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 told Deadline. “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’re remembering Julian’s life in photos through our gallery below.
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Julian McMahon in 1997
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Julian’s career was on the rise in 1997 as he attended the NBC Summer TCA Press Tour at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Pasadena, California.
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Julian McMahon in 2003
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Julian wore a spiffy black suit and gold tie to the 2003 Girls Gone Wild Elegant Sin Halloween Party in L.A.
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Julian McMahon in 2004
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Julian’s fan base was quickly growing as he reached heartthrob status.
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Julian McMahon & Wife Kelly in 2017
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Julian and Kelly attended the 6th AACTA International Awards at Avalon Hollywood on January 6, 2017.
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Julian McMahon in 2017
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Julian rocked this all-gray suit and matching cap while attending the premiere of Hulu’s Marvel’s Runaways in L.A.
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Julian McMahon in 2024
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Julian was seen at The Surfer red carpet premiere at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival in May 2024.
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Julian McMahon in 2025
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Julian made his final public appearance at the North American premiere of The Surfer during the 2025 SXSW Conference and Festival on March 10, 2025 in Austin, Texas.
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