Australian actor Julian McMahon dies, aged 56

Julian McMahon, the son of a former prime minister and best known for TV show Nip/Tuck and the Fantastic Four movies, has died, his wife has confirmed in a statement.

Julian McMahon at The Surfer Premiere during SXSW Conference & Festivals at ZACH Theatre on March 10 in Austin, Texas. Picture Getty

Australian actor Julian McMahon, best known for the TV show Nip/Tuck and the 2005 and 2007 Fantastic Four movies, has passed away. He was 56.

McMahon’s wife, Kelly McMahon, confirmed the devastating news in a statement to Deadline on Friday, July 4.

McMahon’s father, Sir William McMahon, also served as Prime Minister of Australia. His mother was the late philanthropist Lady Sonia McMahon. Picture: News Limited

She revealed that the beloved actor passed away in Clearwater, Florida, on Wednesday, July 2, following a private battle with 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,” McMahon’s wife began, although she did not reveal what type of cancer the Nip/Tuck star suffered from.

Julian McMahon with his mother, Lady Sonia McMahon in 1990.

Actors Julian McMahon and Dylan Walsh in a scene from TV show Nip/Tuck.

“Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans,” she continued. “His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible.”While Kelly asked for privacy during this troubling time, she also expressed gratitude “for the memories” she and her family shared with McMahon before his shocking death.

Nicolas Cage and Julian McMahon attend the The Surfer red carpet in Cannes last year. Picture: Getty

“We ask for support during this time to allow our family to grieve in privacy,” she concluded. “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.”

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