Julian Dana William McMahon (July 27, 1968 – July 2, 2025) was an Australian-American actor and producer known for his versatile performances in television and film, particularly in roles that blended charisma with a sense of danger[1][4]. Born in Sydney, Australia, he was the son of Sir William McMahon, a former Prime Minister of Australia, which placed him in the public eye from a young age[1][5]. McMahon began his career as a model before transitioning to acting, first gaining recognition on Australian soap operas such as "The Power, the Passion" and "Home and Away," where he won a best actor award from a national magazine[2][4]. His move to Hollywood led to a breakthrough role as Ian Rain on the American daytime drama "Another World" (1992–1994)[2][4]. He further established himself with a four-season run as Detective John Grant on the crime drama "Profiler" (1996–2000)[2][4]. McMahon achieved international fame for his portrayal of the morally complex plastic surgeon Dr. Christian Troy on the FX series "Nip/Tuck" (2003–2010), a role that earned him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in a Television Drama Series[1][4]. He became widely recognized for playing Cole Turner, a half-demon love interest, on "Charmed" (2000–2005), and as the supervillain Doctor Doom in the "Fantastic Four" film duology (2005, 2007)[1][3][5]. His filmography also includes notable appearances in "Premonition," "Red," "The Surfer," and the television series "FBI: Most Wanted," where he played Jess LaCroix[1]. Beyond acting, McMahon served as an executive producer on projects such as "Long Shot: The Kevin Laue Story" and "Meet Market"[3]. In his personal life, he was married three times and had one child[2]. Known for his athleticism and love of classic literature, McMahon balanced a dynamic career with diverse personal interests[2]. McMahon passed away on July 2, 2025, at the age of 56, due to metastatic head and neck cancer[1][5]. At the time of his death, he remained a respected figure in the entertainment industry, remembered for his ability to embody both heroes and villains with equal depth and intensity[1][4]. His recent projects included the film "The Residence" (2025), confirming his continued relevance in Hollywood until his final days[3].