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Rose McGowan leads celebrity tributes for Julian McMahon as Charmed cast grieves their Australian co-star: ‘A force of brilliance’

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In simpler terms, American actress Rose McGowan is spearheading the heartfelt tributes from celebrities following the death of Julian McMahon, at the age of 56, after a personal struggle with his health that was kept confidential.

On a deeply sorrowful note, I found myself grappling with the devastating news that broke on Friday – the private struggle of my beloved Home and Away star against cancer has come to an end. His wife, Kelly Paniagua, shared this heart-wrenching update.

The news that a well-respected actor passed away has caused waves of surprise throughout the entertainment industry, prompting numerous celebrities to express their emotions on social media platforms by sharing touching tributes.

On Saturday, Rose, aged 51, known for her role with Julian in the popular show Charmed, posted a tribute to him on Instagram.

She re-shared an illustration of Julian wearing what appeared to be angel wings. 

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Captioning the image, Rose remembered Julian as a ‘force of brilliance.’

‘Oh Julian, you force of brilliance,’ she wrote. 

‘For you, your family, and your loving fans all over the world, I pray for comfort.’

Rose also commented on the original post from artist ‘Stagwarlock’.

In her writing, she expressed, “A stunning piece of art from a radiant spirit,” and the artist responded with, “@rosemcgowan, you were both captivating and melancholic.

Additionally, fellow cast member Brian Krause, known for his role as Leo Wyatt on the show, likewise expressed his sympathies.

He posted a photo of Julian beaming broadly while remembering the actor as a ‘kind soul’.

‘Sad day for our Charmed family!’ Brian captioned the image.

In my perspective, Julian was an individual brimming with wit, charm, and kindness beyond measure. My thoughts are with his loved ones during this difficult time as I know they will deeply miss him.

His post was met with an outpouring of condolences from fans and followers.

One admirer expressed their sorrow by saying, ‘Farewell JULIAN, our Cole Turner. He left us prematurely and is now reunited with Shannen up above, a reference to the late Chamed co-star Shannen Doherty who departed in July 2024.’

Another person added, expressing a similar sentiment: “Oh no! Not Cole!! It’s so sad. Cancer is terrible. I believe Shannen warmly greeted him.

What an extraordinarily talented actor he was, effortlessly portraying both heroic and malevolent characters with grace. Unfortunately, his time on earth was cut short. My deepest sympathies go out to his loved ones.

Holly Marie Combs, famed for playing Piper Halliwell, paid tribute alongside her fellow Charmed cast members.

She posted a video clip, originating from a fan account, which displayed a collection of backstage moments featuring Julian during the production of Charmed.

The video features the Australian actor putting on a show, along with his co-stars such as Alyssa Milano and Shannen Doherty.

‘My favourite pain in the a** ever,’ she wrote, augmenting the sentiment with silver heart emojis.

Julian acted opposite Shannen Doherty and Alyssa Milano in the popular, supernatural series created by Aaron Spelling.

He played Cole Turner, the half-demon ex-husband of Alyssa’s character Phoebe Halliwell. 

Swiftly gaining popularity among fans, Julian played a leading part in the show for three consecutive seasons. However, he reappeared in the seventh season with a guest appearance.

While he starred on Charmed, Julian was involved romantically with Doherty for a short while during the series’ third season from 2000 to 2001.

Most recently, Julian starred alongside Nicholas Cage in Stan original film The Surfer.   

On Saturday, the Stan official Instagram account expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Julian McMahon. His exceptional acting ability and captivating persona made an indelible impression on every colleague he collaborated with, including those behind The Surfer project.

Robert Connolly’s words demonstrate the profound reverence and warmth he evoked.

As a devoted follower, I’d say that Julian was truly extraordinary – a refined gentleman, a master of his craft, an awe-inspiring performer, and an utter joy to collaborate with.

His acting in “The Surfer” was exceptional – one of numerous outstanding performances throughout an extraordinary career – and a masterful demonstration of his talent and screen charisma.

Through an immense dedication to the movie, Julian’s path shifted from the shores of Western Australia, leading to its debut at Cannes, and onward to the United States and more, making us all feel incredibly fortunate to have traveled this remarkable voyage alongside such a talented and extraordinary artist.

It’s truly fortunate in our professional journeys to have been able to collaborate with someone as exceptional as they are.

On Friday, Julian McMahon’s wife of 11 years, Kelly Paniagua, released a statement to Deadline. It read: ‘From a place full of love, I would like to tell the world that my cherished husband, Julian McMahon, passed away this week after bravely fighting cancer.’

In 2014, after marrying Kelly, Julian conveyed the deep affection he held for his fans, those close to him, and the significance of acting in his life throughout his existence.

‘Julian had a profound affection for life. He cherished his family, his companions, his vocation, and his supporters. His heartfelt desire was to spread happiness in as numerous lives as achievable,’ she expressed.

She requested understanding and space for her family to mourn privately during this challenging period. Meanwhile, she hopes that everyone who knew Julian continues to discover happiness in their lives. She is thankful for the cherished moments they shared.

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2025-07-05 06:04

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