Eric Dane, the celebrated actor known for his roles in the hit series “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Euphoria,” has died, according to reports from entertainment media outlets TMZ and People. He was 53 years old. The news comes just over a year after Dane publicly revealed his diagnosis with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) in April 2025.
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The actor’s family confirmed his passing in a statement obtained by People.
“With heavy hearts, we inform you that Eric Dane passed away on Thursday afternoon after a valiant battle with ALS,” the statement read.
The actor passed away following his diagnosis. Photo:Disney Platform Distribution
The statement continued, noting that Dane “spent his last days surrounded by cherished friends, his devoted wife and his two lovely daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the center of his world.”
According to the Mayo Clinic, ALS is a “progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.” The condition “causes loss of muscle control” and ultimately impacts the ability to move, speak, eat, and breathe, with no known cure.
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The family’s statement, also published by TMZ, added that “throughout his battle with ALS, Eric became a passionate advocate for awareness and research, determined to contribute to the lives of others facing the same struggle.”
“We will miss him deeply and always remember him with love. Eric cherished his fans and is eternally grateful for the outpouring of love and support he received,” the statement concluded. “The family has requested privacy during this tricky time.”
Dane was widely recognized for his portrayals of Dr. Mark Sloan in “Grey’s Anatomy,” Cal Jacobs in “Euphoria,” and Captain Tom Chandler in “The Last Ship.” He also appeared in films such as “X-Men: The Last Stand,” “Marley & Me,” and “Bad Boys: Ride or Die.”
Eric Dane passed away at age 53. Photo:iStock / HBO
What Eric Dane Said About His ALS Diagnosis
The actor spoke openly about his condition, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, in several interviews in recent months. He first shared details of his diagnosis with People magazine in April 2025, confirming he would continue filming the third season of “Euphoria” at that time.
In June 2025, during an exclusive conversation with “Fine Morning America,” Dane revealed that only his left arm was functioning. “My left side is functioning, my right side has completely shut down,” he said. He added, “Maybe in a couple of months my left hand won’t either.”
Actor Estadounidense. Photo:AFP
In the interview with Diane Sawyer, the actor recounted that his symptoms began in 2024 with weakness in his right hand. “I didn’t really think much of it at the time. I thought maybe I’d been texting too much or my hand was tired,” he recalled, adding that “a few weeks later, I noticed it had gotten a little worse, so I went to see a hand specialist, who sent me to another hand specialist.” He ultimately shared that he was sent to two neurologists before receiving his diagnosis.
In recent months, the actor had shown visible physical deterioration, but continued to share messages of strength and support for ALS research until his final public appearances.
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