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Eric Dane's Grey's Anatomy co-star Kate Walsh reached out amid ALS decline
Summary
Kate Walsh said she has reached out to Eric Dane to offer support as the actor experiences a physical decline while living with ALS; former co-star Patrick Dempsey has also spoken about staying in contact.
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Kate Walsh has spoken about her concern for Eric Dane as he manages amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Walsh, who played Addison Montgomery opposite Dane on Grey's Anatomy, said she has reached out and sent her love and support. Dane revealed his ALS diagnosis last year and has shown a visible physical decline. Several former co-stars have commented publicly as his health has changed.
Known details:
- Eric Dane revealed last year that he has ALS, a progressive neurological condition.
- Kate Walsh said she "reached out and sent my love and support and strength," and described the situation as painful and heartbreaking.
- Reports indicate Dane has experienced physical decline, including using a wheelchair, loss of use of one arm, and withdrawing from a recent public appearance citing the illness's physical realities.
- Patrick Dempsey has been in contact and tried to find work opportunities for Dane, but said disease progression made that difficult; Dane has said he intends to continue acting when possible.
Summary:
Colleagues have publicly offered support as Eric Dane lives with ALS and faces physical decline, and he has affirmed his intention to keep working when he can. Undetermined at this time.
