Julian McMahon, ‘Nip/Tuck’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ star, dead at 56

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.

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 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.

“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.”

The Post has reached out to McMahon’s reps for comment.

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