On Friday morning, we got the sad news that American actor Eric Dane has passed away. The 53-year-old, who was known for his performances in TV shows like Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, died on February 19, 2026. Eric went public about his Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) last year.
The actor’s family confirmed his death to PEOPLE in a statement, which read, “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,” the statement further read.
Eric Dane TV Shows & Movies
Apart from Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, Eric featured in many popular shows like The Last Ship, Countdown, and others. He even starred in movies like X-Men: The Last Stand, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, and more.
Countdown was his last series, which was premiered in 2025, on Amazon Prime Video. The actor’s last film was Borderline which was also released in 2025.
