Milan, 5 July (LaPresse) – Actor Julian McMahon, known for his many leading roles in TV series and films, such as the demon Cole in “Charmed”, Dr Christian Troy in “Nip/Tuck”, Doctor Doom in “Fantastic Four” and the lead role in “FBI: Most Wanted”, has died at the age of 56. The news was announced by his wife Kelly McMahon in an official statement released to the media. ‘I would like to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, passed away peacefully this week after a courageous battle with cancer,’ McMahon's wife said in a statement released by Deadline. "Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work and he loved his fans. His deepest desire was to bring joy to as many lives as possible. We ask for your support at this time to allow our family to grieve in private. And we wish everyone Julian brought joy to continue to find joy in life."