Eric Dane pictured on a red carpetImage via Ryan Hartford/INSTARimages.com
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Published Feb 19, 2026, 9:33 PM EST
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This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available.Beloved actor Eric Dane has passed away at the age of 53 after his battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Known for his work in Grey's Anatomy, Dane starred in shows like Euphoria and even played a character with ALS on the NBC series Brilliant Minds opposite Zachary Quinto. The news was confirmed by Eric Dane's family in the following official statement:
“With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon following a courageous battle with ALS. 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. 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.”
Dane became a household name as "McSteamy" on Grey's Anatomy. The character, also known as Dr. Mark Sloan, is still a favorite for fans of the show and a beloved part of the 22 seasons of the show. Later, he went on to play Nate Jacobs' (Jacob Elordi) father in the HBO series Euphoria and has continued to be a fan favorite every time he appears in something. That was Dane's charm as an actor, fans always loved to see him take on a new role.
Eric Dane's Legacy Is One Fans Continue to Enjoy
Eric Dane as Nathan Blythe on his cell phone in CountdownImage via Prime Video
While Dane became a voice for the ALS community after his diagnosis, including his episode of Brilliant Minds, his past work is also something many will still connect with. His Prime Video series Countdown, where he starred opposite Jensen Ackles, was filmed after his diagnosis but was the first series fans watched with him in it knowing about his ALS journey. There are so many shows that fans turn to when thinking about Dane. An entirely new group of fans learned to hate his role on Euphoria while the older generation loved Mark Sloan. His work is beloved and for a good reason, he was one of the best actors out there, and he will be missed.
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