Julian McMahon's cause of death revealed: ‘Fantastic Four' actor died of lung metastasis linked to head and neck cancer
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The official cause of death was lung metastasis resulting from head and neck metastatic cancer, as confirmed by the Pinellas County Medical Examiner's Office.
A loving tribute from his wife
According to The Hollywood Reporter, his wife, Kelly McMahon, shared a deeply emotional 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.
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She also asked for privacy as the family grieves and encouraged fans to continue finding joy in life, just as Julian had hoped.
A career that spanned genres and generations
Julian McMahon showed amazing versatility throughout his career. He worked as a model before becoming an actor, and he first appeared in Australian soap operas like 'Home and Away.'
He portrayed Cole Turner in 'Charmed,' a half-demon whose romance with Phoebe Halliwell played by Alyssa Milano became famous. This was his breakthrough American role.
He then starred as Dr. Christian Troy in 'Nip/Tuck,' a morally complex plastic surgeon whose charisma and vulnerability earned McMahon a Golden Globe nomination. He later portrayed Doctor Doom in 'Fantastic Four' which was in the year 2005 and its sequel, bringing comic book villainy to life with flair.
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Other notable roles included Jonah in Marvel's Runaways, Jess LaCroix in FBI: Most Wanted, Prime Minister Stephen Roos in Netflix's The Residence and Scally in The Surfer, opposite Nicolas Cage.
Final public appearance and reflections
McMahon's last red-carpet appearance was in March 2025 at the SXSW Film Festival, where he promoted 'The Surfer.' Fans noted his visibly thinner frame, but his charm and warmth remained undiminished.
Tributes from co-stars and fans
The entertainment world responded with an outpouring of love: Alyssa Milano called him 'magic,' adding: 'He walked into a room and lit it up—not just with charisma, but with kindness.'
Nicolas Cage, his co-star in The Surfer, said, 'He was the most talented of actors… a kind and intelligent man.'
Holly Marie Combs and Rose McGowan shared heartfelt messages, remembering his humor, brilliance, and zest for life.
Fans flooded social media with tributes, clips, and memories. One wrote:'Julian will always be my ideal of male beauty and elegance. Rest in peace.'
Another shared: 'Thank you Julian for all the beautiful memories… You will be missed deeply.'
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