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Renowned actor Eric Dane, celebrated for his memorable performances in the acclaimed series Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, has sadly passed away at the age of 53.
This somber announcement arrives merely ten months after Dane publicly revealed his battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a relentless and incurable disease. ALS, often referred to by its former name, Lou Gehrig’s disease, stands as the most prevalent type of motor neurone disease, affecting individuals worldwide.
His family confirmed that Dane’s life came to an end on Thursday, February 19, marking the conclusion of his brave struggle against the illness.
“With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon following a courageous battle with ALS,” the family conveyed in a heartfelt statement to People magazine, reflecting the profound loss felt by those who knew and admired him.
“With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon following a courageous battle with ALS,” read a statement from his family to People.
“He spent his final days surrounded by dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the centre of his world.
“Throughout his journey with ALS, Eric became a passionate advocate for awareness and research, determined to make a difference for others facing the same fight.
“He will be deeply missed, and lovingly remembered always. Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.”
Dane’s family asked for privacy in the wake of his passing.
The late star got his start in the ’90s with small roles on TV shows including Saved by the Bell, The Wonder Years, and Roseanne.
He famously played Dr. Mark Sloan (nicknamed ‘McSteamy’) in the long-running medical drama Grey’s Anatomy and acted alongside Australian heartthrob Jacob Elordi in Euphoria.
Dane married actress Rebecca Gayheart in 2004 and they welcomed two daughters together; Billie, born in 2010, and Georgia, born in 2011.
Gayheart filed for divorce in 2018 but filed to have it dismissed in 2025, around the time Dane shared his ALS diagnosis publicly.
Dane became an advocate for ALS patients after his own diagnosis.
He worked with US charity I Am ALS on legislation and fundraising before he passed.
This is more of a: ‘How can I help? How can I be of some service?’”
“Not to be overly morbid, but you know, if I’m going out, I’m gonna go out helping somebody.”
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