Eric Dane, the actor known for his roles inEuphoriaandGrey’s Anatomy, has died. He was 53.
Following the actor’sALS diagnosis, which he has opened up about over the past year, his family announced that he died on Thursday.
“With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon following a courageous battle withALS,” they said in a statement toPeople. “He spent his final days surrounded by dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the center of his world.”
The family continued, “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. The family has asked for privacy as they navigate this impossible time.”Watch on Deadline
Last April, Daneannounced his diagnosis, noting that he was “able to continue working” and “looking forward to returning” to his role as Cal Jacobs on Season 3 of HBO’sEuphoria, whichfilmed last year.
Dane continued working through his disease, for which heraised awareness in a guest spotonBrilliant Minds, playing a patient with ALS.
“I wake up every day and I’m immediately reminded that this is happening,” he said on Good Morning America. “It’s not a dream. I don’t think this is the end of my story. I don’t feel like this is the end of me.”
Born Nov. 9, 1972 in San Francisco, Dane made his onscreen debut in a 1991 episode ofSaved by the Bell, also appearing in episodes ofThe Wonder Years,Married… with Children,Roseanne,CharmedandLas Vegas.
Dane’s breakout role came as Dr. Mark ‘McSteamy’ Sloan on ABC’sGrey’s Anatomy, appearing on the Shondaland medical drama from 2006 to 2012.
He also appeared in films likeX-Men: The Last Stand(2006),Marley & Me(2008),Burlesque(2010),Americana(2023) andBad Boys: Ride or Die(2024)
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