
Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane dies at 53 after ALS diagnosis
The actor, known for his roles in Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria, was diagnosed last year with ALS.
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Notable Quotes
"He was the funniest man – he was such a joy to work with and I want to just remember him in that spirit."
— Patrick Dempsey , Celebrity
"During filming he'd get this twinkle in his eye and with a mischievous look, he would deliver with perfect comedic timing."
— Kim Raver , Celebrity
"I'm heartbroken by the loss of our dear friend."
— Sam Levinson , Celebrity
"My heart is with the people who were lucky enough to be his home."
— Alyssa Milano , Celebrity
"Miss you, buddy. Let's keep fighting the fight to solve ALS."
— Ashton Kutcher , Celebrity
"He was warm, generous, prepared, and so passionate about what he did."
— Nina Dobrev , Celebrity
Key People
Alyssa Milano is an actress and co-star of Eric Dane in Charmed.
Ashton Kutcher is an actor who starred alongside Eric Dane in Valentine's Day.
Eric Dane was an actor known for starring in Grey's Anatomy and campaigning for ALS awareness and research.
Kevin McKidd is an actor known for his role as Owen Hunt on Grey's Anatomy.
Kim Raver is an actress known for her role as Dr. Teddy Altman on Grey's Anatomy.
Nina Dobrev is an actress who starred with Eric Dane in Redeeming Love.
Patrick Dempsey is an actor and co-star of Grey's Anatomy with Eric Dane.
Rebecca Gayheart is an actress and model, and the wife of Eric Dane.
Sam Levinson is the creator of the HBO series Euphoria.
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The actor, who also starred in HBO's Euphoria, battled the most common form of motor neurone disease.
Actor Eric Dane, known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has died at 53 following an ALS diagnosis.
An overview of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), the disease that led to actor Eric Dane's death at 53.
Netflix has released a poignant posthumous interview with Eric Dane as part of its new series 'Famous Last Words'.
Eric Dane, celebrated for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy', 'Euphoria', and 'The Last Ship', has died at 53 following a battle with ALS.
Eric Dane, the actor best known for his roles on 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has died less than a year after revealing he had ALS.
Eric Dane, known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has died at 53 after a battle with ALS, becoming an advocate for the disease.
Eric Dane, known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has died at 53 after a battle with ALS, becoming an advocate for the disease.
Actor Eric Dane, known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has passed away at 53 after a recent ALS diagnosis.
Eric Dane, celebrated for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has died at 53 following an ALS diagnosis.
Eric Dane, known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has passed away at 53 after being diagnosed with ALS.
Actor Eric Dane, known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has died at 53 after being diagnosed with ALS less than a year ago. He was also a prominent advocate for ALS awareness.
Friends and co-stars of Eric Dane, including Alyssa Milano and Ashton Kutcher, pay tribute to the actor following his death at 53 after an ALS diagnosis.
Actor Eric Dane, best known for his role as Dr. Mark Sloan on 'Grey's Anatomy', has died at 53 after a battle with ALS, nearly a year after his diagnosis.
Actor Eric Dane has died at 53 after a brief battle with ALS, a rare degenerative disease, nearly a year after his diagnosis.
Actor Eric Dane, who starred as Mark Sloan on 'Grey's Anatomy', has died at 53, nearly a year after revealing his ALS diagnosis.
Actor Eric Dane, known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has died at 53 after being diagnosed with ALS less than a year ago. He was also a prominent advocate for ALS awareness.
Following the death of actor Eric Dane at 53, tributes pour in from co-stars and fans alike, highlighting his contributions to ALS awareness and his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria'.
Actor Eric Dane, best known for his roles on 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has died at 53 after being diagnosed with ALS less than a year ago.
Eric Dane, actor known for his role as Dr. Mark Sloan in 'Grey's Anatomy', has died at 53 after a battle with ALS, nearly a year after his diagnosis.
Acclaimed 'Grey’s Anatomy' and 'Euphoria' star Eric Dane has died almost a year after he publicly announced his amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) diagnosis.
Eric Dane, famed for his role in 'Grey's Anatomy,' dies at 53 after a battle with ALS, nearly a year after his diagnosis.
Eric Dane, known for 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria,' dies at 53 nearly a year after revealing his ALS diagnosis.
Eric Dane, known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria,' dies at 53 after a battle with ALS, becoming an advocate for ALS awareness.
Eric Dane, actor known for 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria,' dies at 53 after a battle with ALS, nearly a year after his diagnosis.
Actor Eric Dane, known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has passed away at 53 after a recent ALS diagnosis. His family confirmed the news on February 19, 2026.
Actor Eric Dane, known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has passed away at 53 after a recent ALS diagnosis. His family confirmed the news on February 19, 2026.
Actor Eric Dane, known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria', has passed away at 53 after a recent ALS diagnosis. His family confirmed the news on February 19, 2026.
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