Julian McMahon and Shannen Doherty: friendship, work, and romances
7 july 2025 в 00:13
Julian McMahon and Shannen Doherty had more in common than just their involvement in the popular TV series «Charmed». The late actors both passed away in the same year, and both of their deaths were attributed to cancer. After the «Charmed» actors paid tribute to Julian, fans' interest in his relationship with Shannen sharply increased.
Below, you will learn about the friendship, working relationship, and romance between Julian and Shannen.
Yes, Julian and Shannen dated briefly, reportedly in 2001, during the third season of «Charmed». They also worked together on the TV movie «Another Day», - where they played lovers on screen.
Neither Julian nor Shannen spoke about their relationship. At the time, Julian was playing the love interest of Alyssa Milano’s character, Phoebe Halliwell. Shannen, on the other hand, played Prue Halliwell, and her tense relationship with Alyssa became a topic of discussion among fans for many years.
Former colleague of Julian and Shannen, Holly Marie Combs, mentioned their romance in December 2023 during an appearance on Shannen’s former podcast «Let's Be Clear».
«You know, [actor Brian Krause, who played Leo] and [Alyssa] were dating at the time, when all this was going on, which, to me, being completely oblivious, was the worst part for me», - Holly told Shannen at the time. «Where, all of this was part of this plan that was unfolding over a few months. Those were months of this year. You were dating Julian [McMahon]. So, you were in that world. Brian was with Alyssa».
Shannen passed away on July 13, 2024, after battling breast cancer. She was 53. Besides her health, Shannen’s personal life also changed drastically. Just hours before her death, Shannen finalized her divorce from her ex-husband Kurt Iswarienko.
Like Shannen, Julian passed away after battling cancer, although the type of illness he suffered from remains unclear. He was 56. Julian’s wife, Kelly McMahon, announced her late husband’s death, but did not specify the type of cancer he had.
«With a heavy heart, I want to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, passed away peacefully this week after a brave attempt to beat cancer», - Kelly said in a statement to Deadline on July 4, 2025. «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 support at this time to allow our family to grieve in private. And we wish all those whom Julian brought joy to continue to find joy in life. We are grateful for the memories».
Julian’s late mother, Sonia Rachel, Lady McMahon, passed away at the age of 77 in April 2010 after battling cancer. According to The Sydney Morning Herald, Sonia lived with melanoma before her death. Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer that grows rapidly and can be deadly for patients
Below, you will learn about the friendship, working relationship, and romance between Julian and Shannen.
Yes, Julian and Shannen dated briefly, reportedly in 2001, during the third season of «Charmed». They also worked together on the TV movie «Another Day», - where they played lovers on screen.
Neither Julian nor Shannen spoke about their relationship. At the time, Julian was playing the love interest of Alyssa Milano’s character, Phoebe Halliwell. Shannen, on the other hand, played Prue Halliwell, and her tense relationship with Alyssa became a topic of discussion among fans for many years.
Former colleague of Julian and Shannen, Holly Marie Combs, mentioned their romance in December 2023 during an appearance on Shannen’s former podcast «Let's Be Clear».
«You know, [actor Brian Krause, who played Leo] and [Alyssa] were dating at the time, when all this was going on, which, to me, being completely oblivious, was the worst part for me», - Holly told Shannen at the time. «Where, all of this was part of this plan that was unfolding over a few months. Those were months of this year. You were dating Julian [McMahon]. So, you were in that world. Brian was with Alyssa».
Shannen passed away on July 13, 2024, after battling breast cancer. She was 53. Besides her health, Shannen’s personal life also changed drastically. Just hours before her death, Shannen finalized her divorce from her ex-husband Kurt Iswarienko.
Like Shannen, Julian passed away after battling cancer, although the type of illness he suffered from remains unclear. He was 56. Julian’s wife, Kelly McMahon, announced her late husband’s death, but did not specify the type of cancer he had.
«With a heavy heart, I want to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, passed away peacefully this week after a brave attempt to beat cancer», - Kelly said in a statement to Deadline on July 4, 2025. «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 support at this time to allow our family to grieve in private. And we wish all those whom Julian brought joy to continue to find joy in life. We are grateful for the memories».
Julian’s late mother, Sonia Rachel, Lady McMahon, passed away at the age of 77 in April 2010 after battling cancer. According to The Sydney Morning Herald, Sonia lived with melanoma before her death. Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer that grows rapidly and can be deadly for patients
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