Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 9, 2025 · Entertainment

Alyssa Milano Pleads for Respect: Stop AI Tributes to Julian McMahon

Alyssa Milano (front) has urged Charmed fans to stop using artificial intelligence in tributes to her late co-star Julian McMahon (left)  following his tragic death at the age of 56

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The entertainment world was left reeling as news of the untimely passing of Australian-born actor Julian McMahon, 56, spread like wildfire. And now, his Charmed co-star and close friend Alyssa Milano has spoken out about her devastating loss, urging fans to be more respectful in their tributes.

In an emotional Instagram post, the 51-year-old actress poured her heart out, revealing she was "heartbroken" over Julian's death and pleading with fans to honor his legacy by sharing real memories rather than fabricated images or AI-generated posts. Her words came as a direct response to the proliferation of fake tributes flooding social media in the wake of Julian's passing.

The actress, 51, took to Instagram to plead with followers to be more respectful in the wake of Julian's passing, revealing she was 'heartbroken' over the news and calling for fans to honour his legacy with real memories rather than fabricated images or AI-generated posts

"Aww, Charmed fans/accounts! I love and appreciate you so much, but please, for the sake of Julian's grieving family and friends, stop using AI to fabricate emotion from his death," she wrote, her words dripping with sincerity. "It is totally unnecessary when there are real moments you can use from his nearly 35 years in the public eye."

Alyssa's heartfelt tribute also served as a testament to the enduring bond she shared with Julian on and off the set of their hit series. She described him as "magic," praising his warmth, talent, and kindness.

"He walked into a room and lit it up - not just with charisma, but with kindness. With mischief. With soulful understanding," she gushed. "We were so different, and yet somehow we always understood each other."

Her post included selfies with her former co-star, along with other snaps taken over the years

The actress went on to reminisce about their years working together, revealing that Julian made her feel "safe as an actor" and "seen as a woman." She also praised his devotion to his family, particularly his wife Kelly and their two daughters, Madison and Iliana.

"My heart is with Kelly, with Madison, and with Iliana - his girls, his world. He adored them," she said, her voice cracking with emotion. "You could feel it in every conversation, every story, every text. He was a family man above all, and he loved deeply."

As news of Julian's passing spread, fans and fellow actors alike took to social media to pay their respects. His wife Kelly revealed that the actor had been battling cancer privately, but his love for life, family, friends, and fans never wavered.

The pair played Phoebe Halliwell and Cole Turner on the hit 1990s show Charmed (pictured)

"Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans," she said in a statement obtained by The Scholarly Note. "His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible."

With his passing, the world mourns the loss of a talented actor who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. From his breakout role as Dr. Christian Troy on FX's Nip/Tuck to his iconic portrayal of Cole Turner in Charmed and beyond, Julian McMahon's legacy will forever be cherished by those who knew him and worked alongside him.

Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story!

Alyssa and Julian's characters on Charmed were even briefly married on the show (pictured)

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