Euphoria’s Heartbreaking Tribute to Eric Dane in Season 3 Opener Explained
The premiere opened with memorial cards for Eric Dane, Angus Cloud and Kevin Turen, while keeping Fezco alive and giving Dane a final scene.
- On Monday, April 13, 2026, Euphoria returned to HBO Max with a five-year time jump, featuring 'In Memoriam' tribute cards honoring cast members Angus Cloud and Eric Dane, as well as producer Kevin Turen.
- The series returns following the deaths of Cloud in July 2023 from an accidental drug overdose, Turen in November 2023 from a cardiac emergency, and Dane in February 2026 from ALS.
- Creator Sam Levinson ensured Dane, who died at 53, appeared as Cal Jacobs by filming scenes before his death, while the show reveals Cloud's character Fezco is serving a 30-year prison sentence.
- Levinson explained his creative decision, stating, "I thought that if I couldn't keep him alive in life then maybe within this show that I can control and keep him alive there."
- The series returned after four years, with Levinson writing, "This season became my way to honor Angus and all the kids who weren't offered a second chance.
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'Euphoria' Honors Angus Cloud And Eric Dane
OConnor-Arroyo/AFF-USA.com / MEGA (Left) ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGA (Right) HBO’s “Euphoria” returned with an emotional Season 3 premiere that paid tribute to late stars Angus Cloud and Eric Dane. The show’s debut episode honored both actors during a star-studded premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre, with creator Sam Levinson revealing that Cloud’s death forced him to scrap and rewrite the original script. As fans celebrate the long-awaited return, rep…
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The Independent (US)Euphoria pays tribute to Eric Dane and Angus Cloud as it reveals Fez’s fate
Drama’s premiere remembered Angus Cloud, Eric Dane and producer Kevin Turen with a tribute
How 'Euphoria' Season 3 Premiere Paid Tribute to Eric Dane After His Death
Euphoria made sure to pay tribute to late star Eric Dane as the HBO series returned for its highly-anticipated Season 3 premiere. Prior to Sunday’s premiere, a title card featuring Dane’s photo played on the episode alongside the message, “In remembrance of Eric Dane.” Dane, who died on Feb. 19 at the age of 53, […]
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