US EditionLooking Back at Eric Dane's 'Grey's Anatomy' Exit and Character's Death
Eric Dane publicly shared his ALS diagnosis in April 2025 and became a vocal advocate for research and awareness before his death at age 53.
- Eric Dane, the actor, died on February 19, 2026 at age 53 at home surrounded by his wife Rebecca Gayheart and daughters Billie, 15, and Georgia, 14.
- Following his April 2025 announcement, Dane disclosed he has ALS, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that weakens muscles and currently has no cure.
- Colleagues and co-stars, including Sam Levinson, Nina Dobrev, Alyssa Milano, and Ashton Kutcher, paid tributes highlighting Dane's warmth, humor, and talent, while HBO expressed sadness over his passing.
- His family asked for privacy as they navigate this time and said he will `be deeply missed, and lovingly remembered always` as fans and colleagues paid tribute.
- Beyond his acting, Eric Dane's advocacy with I AM ALS included recording a 'Famous Last Words' interview before his death and leaving ongoing efforts for ALS research and funding in April.
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The cast of the series that made Dane famous said their own "goodbye"
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How Celebrities Reacted To Eric Dane's Passing
Eric Dane’s passing on February 19, 2026, left a lasting mark on friends, colleagues, and fans around the world. Known for his breakout roles on Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, Dane wasn’t just celebrated for his talent but also for his humor, warmth, and the way he made everyone around him feel seen. The tributes that poured in reflect the deep affection and respect people felt for him, both as an actor and as a person.From heartfelt stories about…
Looking Back at Eric Dane's 'Grey's Anatomy' Exit and Character's Death
Eric Dane starred on seven seasons of Grey’s Anatomy before his character, Mark Sloan, was killed in a fatal plane crash. Dane joined the ABC medical drama in 2006’s season 2 as plastic surgeon Mark Sloan. “I’m proud of [my career]. All of it got me to where I am today,” Dane recalled in a Famous Last Words interview, which premiered on Netflix hours after his death in February 2026. “There was a ton of experience in there. Life experience, pers…
Eric Dane in ‘Charmed’, ‘Euphoria’, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ and ‘The Last Ship’ - a Look at Actor's TV Career | 📺 LatestLY
Actor Eric Dane tragically passed away on February 19 at 53, after a battling ALS disease. He spent his final year as a dedicated advocate for ALS research and awareness. Eric Dane will be best remembered as "McSteamy" aka Dr Mark Sloan on 'Grey’s Anatomy', but before that he was popular as Jason Dean on 'Charmed'. Let’s take a look at Eric Dane's TV career. 📺 Eric Dane in ‘Charmed’, ‘Euphoria’, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ and ‘The Last Ship’ - a Look at …
Ashton Kutcher, Nina Dobrev and more famous spoke about Eric Dane's death and gave him one last goodbye with messages of affection
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