‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Eric Dane Dies at 53 After Courageous Battle With ALS

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Eric Dane, the actor best known for *Grey’s Anatomy* and *Euphoria*, died on February 19, 2026, at the age of 53 after a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.

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His  death came less than a year after he publicly revealed his diagnosis in April 2025.

In a statement, Dane’s family said he spent his final days surrounded by close friends, his wife Rebecca Gayheart, and their daughters, Billie and Georgia…. Continue Reading ⬇️

They also remembered the way he used his illness to raise awareness about ALS and support research into the progressive neurological disease.

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For millions of television viewers, Dane will always be associated with Dr. Mark Sloan on *Grey’s Anatomy*.

Nicknamed “McSteamy,” Sloan quickly became one of the medical drama’s most recognizable characters. Dane combined confidence, humor, vulnerability, and charm in a role that made him a major television star.

Years later, he reached another generation of viewers through *Euphoria*, where he played Cal Jacobs, a far darker and more complicated character.

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