🕊️ Eric Dane Has Died at Age 53
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Eric Dane, the actor best known for his role as Dr. Mark “McSteamy” Sloan on Grey’s Anatomy and as Cal Jacobs on Euphoria, died on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at age 53.
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His family confirmed his death and said he passed nearly one year after publicly announcing his diagnosis with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
🧠 ALS Battle
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Dane revealed in April 2025 that he had been diagnosed with ALS, a progressive neurodegenerative disease also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.
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ALS affects nerve cells that control voluntary muscle movement and has no known cure; life expectancy after diagnosis often ranges from a few years.
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Despite his illness, Dane continued working when he could and became an advocate for ALS awareness and research.
💛 Family and Legacy
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Dane spent his final days with his loved ones, including his wife, Rebecca Gayheart, and their two daughters, Billie and Georgia.
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Tributes have poured in from colleagues and fans, honoring both his work on screen and his courage off screen.