McMahon was known for portraying villain Doctor Doom in 2005’s Fantastic Four and the 2007’s sequel, Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer. He also played Christian Troy in Ryan Murphy’s Nip/Tuck and Cole Turner in Charmed. His more recent credits were in The Residence and The Surfer.

Actor Julian McMahon has died at 56 after a private battle with cancer. Former co-stars, including Alyssa Milano and Ioan Gruffudd shared heartfelt tributes.

His death was announced on July 4 by his wife, Kelly, who told Deadline, "With an open heart, I wish to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, died peaceful