Eric Dane, 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria' star, dies at 53 nearly 1 year after revealing ALS diagnosis
Key Points:
- Actor Eric Dane, known for roles in Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, died at age 53 from complications related to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a neurodegenerative disease he publicly revealed in April 2025.
- Dane spent his final days surrounded by family and close friends, with his wife Rebecca Gayheart and their two daughters by his side; the family has requested privacy during this difficult time.
- Diagnosed after experiencing symptoms like right-hand weakness, Dane became an advocate for ALS awareness and planned to publish a memoir in 2026 about living with the disease.
- Dane’s career spanned TV and film, including notable roles as Dr. Mark Sloan on Grey’s Anatomy, Cal Jacobs on Euphoria,