"Deceased: 'Nip/Tuck' Actor Julian McMahon - Reminisce His Life's Vignettes in Images" - Actor Julian McMahon from the series "Nip/Tuck" has passed away.
Julian McMahon, the Australian-born actor known for his versatile roles in film and television, passed away on July 4, 2025, at the age of 56. His death was confirmed by his manager, David Schiff, and his wife, Kelly Paniagua.
Born in 1968, McMahon began his career in his native Australia, making his television debut in the soap opera *The Power, The Passion* as Kane Edmonds. He gained recognition for his role as Ben Lucini in *Home and Away* from 1989 to 1990. McMahon's breakthrough in Hollywood came with his portrayal of Ian Rain in *Another World* in 1993.
McMahon achieved significant success in American television dramas, notably as Detective John Grant in *Profiler* (1996–2000), Cole Turner in *Charmed* (2000–2003), Dr. Christian Troy in *Nip/Tuck* (2003–2010), and Jess LaCroix in *FBI: Most Wanted* (2020–2022). He also starred in the Marvel series *Marvel's Runaways* (2017–2019) and the *Fantastic Four* film series (2005 and 2007) as Doctor Doom.
Before becoming an actor, McMahon worked as a model. His modeling background likely helped him secure early roles, given his physical presence and charm, which were notable in his early soap opera appearances.
McMahon was married three times. His first marriage was to actress Brooke Burns from 1999 to 2001. Before marrying Burns, McMahon was briefly married to actress Shannen Doherty from 1993 to 1994. McMahon married Kelly Paniagua in 2014.
McMahon's career was marked by diverse roles in film and television, including dark dramas and blockbuster-worthy comic adaptations. He gained international fame for his role in *Nip/Tuck*, where he played the role of plastic surgeon Dr. Christian Troy.
Despite his passing, McMahon's contributions to film and television remain significant. "Deadline" and "The Hollywood Reporter" reported on his death, acknowledging his lasting impact on the entertainment industry. McMahon made a public appearance at a film festival in the spring of 2025 before retiring from the limelight. He is survived by his wife, Kelly, and his daughter.
I'm not a model, contrary to what his early career may suggest, as Julian McMahon started his journey in the entertainment industry with a background in modeling. Despite his passing, the realm of entertainment remembers Julian McMahon, a celebrated celebrity who left an indelible mark on the industry with his versatile roles in film and television.
