Marvel’s Runaways

The cast of *Marvel’s Runaways* is mourning the loss of their beloved co-star Julian McMahon, who passed away at the age of 56. McMahon, known for his role as Jonah, an alien magistrate in the Hulu series, left a profound impact on his colleagues and fans alike. The show, which aired from 2016 to 2019, followed a group of teens in Los Angeles who discover their parents’ dark secrets and ultimately decide to run away under Jonah’s leadership. In addition to being a formidable character in the series, Jonah was also the biological father of Karolina Dean, played by Virginia Gardner. McMahon’s journey in the entertainment industry was marked by his charisma and dedication. During a December 2018 appearance on AOL’s Build Series, he spoke about the show’s ambitious scope, saying, “The show is pretty full-on. I really enjoyed this season because we shot a lot of stuff in 70 mill. It’s all digital, but 70 mill, so everything’s got this epic, kind of seismic vibe to it.” Unfortunately, *Runaways* was canceled in November 2019 after its third season, and McMahon’s battle with cancer ended six years later. In a heartfelt statement released on July 4, his wife Kelly McMahon shared the news of his passing, saying, “With an open heart, I wish to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, died peacefully this week after a valiant effort to overcome cancer. Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible.” She requested privacy for their family during this difficult time while expressing gratitude for the cherished memories they shared. Julian is survived by his wife Kelly and their 25-year-old daughter Madison, whom he had with ex-wife Brooke Burns. The impact of his loss is also felt deeply among his *Runaways* co-stars, who took to social media to express their grief and share memories of him. Ever Carradine, who played Janet Stein in the series, reflected on the loss, noting, “Thinking about how we have lost two to cancer from our Runaways family.” She also paid tribute to Annie Wersching, who portrayed Jonah’s ex-wife Leslie Dean and passed away in 2023. Carradine described McMahon as “a class act, brilliant actor and always got the joke. May he rest in peace.” Angel Parker, who played Catherine Wilder, shared a touching behind-the-scenes photo of Julian and Wersching on her Instagram Stories, further highlighting the close-knit nature of the cast. She captioned her post, “Gone too soon,” accompanied by a broken heart emoji. Kevin Weisman, who brought Dale Yorkes to life, also expressed his sorrow, sharing a set picture with McMahon and writing, “One of the coolest and kindest. Great actor. Sending love to his family and friends.” The outpouring of love and remembrance from the *Runaways* cast underscores the profound impact Julian McMahon had on those who worked alongside him. His talent, kindness, and dedication to his craft will be remembered fondly by fans and colleagues alike. As Hollywood and fans around the world come to terms with this loss, it’s clear that Julian McMahon’s legacy will continue through the memories he created both on and off-screen. His work in *Runaways* and beyond has touched many lives, and he will be missed dearly by all who knew him.