After the passing of actor Julian McMahon, his Charmed co-star has shared an emotional tribute. McMahon died on July 2, which came as a shock for many. He had been living with cancer, but McMahon kept his diagnosis private from the public. The actor, also known for Fantastic Four, Nip/Tuck, and FBI: Most Wanted, was 56 years old.
On Charmed, Milano starred as Phoebe, one of three of the Halliwell sisters alongside Holly Marie Combs and Shannen Doherty. McMahon, who was a part of the show for Seasons 3-5, played the role of Cole Turner, a half-demon, half-human character who has a relationship with Phoebe. Following McMahon’s death, Milano took to Instagram to share several photos of the two together. She also included a heartfelt message mourning the loss of her friend.
«I’m heartbroken,» Milano said in the caption. «Julian McMahon was magic. That smile. That laugh. That talent. That presence. He walked into a room and lit it up—not just with charisma, but with kindness. With mischief. With soulful understanding. We spent years together on Charmed — years of scenes, stories, and so many in-between moments. He made me feel safe as an actor. Seen as a woman. He challenged me, teased me, supported me. We were so different, and yet somehow we always understood each other.»
Milano added, «Julian was more than my TV husband. He was a dear friend. The kind who checks in. The kind who remembers. The kind who shares. The kind who tells you the truth, even when it’s uncomfortable—but always with love. My heart is with Kelly, with Madison, and with Iliana—his girls, his world. He adored them. You could feel it in every conversation, every story, every text. He was a family man above all, and he loved deeply.»
«Losing him feels unreal. Too soon. Too unfair,» she concluded. «Rest, my friend. I’ll carry your laugh with me. Forever Cole. Forever Julian.»
Other Charmed Stars Pay Tribute to Julian McMahon
Some of the other members of the Charmed family have also spoken out about McMahon’s death. Rose McGowan, who played Paige Matthews, wrote on her Instagram Stories, «Oh Julian you force of brilliance, wild talent and humour. For you, your family and loving fans all over the world, I pray comfort.”
Sharing another post on Instagram, Holly Marie Combs added, «One of a kind is an understatement. Your unyielding zest for life and crazy making sense of humor will be sorely missed. The joy and laughter you were the direct cause of will always be remembered. I hope you find our lady friend and dance in those rose petals.
Charmed is streaming on Peacock and Prime Video.
