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Grey's Anatomy stars pay tribute to Eric Dane after his death
Summary
Representatives announced actor Eric Dane's death, reported as age 53, and said he spent his final days surrounded by family; co‑stars and friends publicly paid tribute after he had revealed an ALS diagnosis less than a year earlier.
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Eric Dane's representatives announced his death and said he spent his final days surrounded by dear friends, his wife and his two daughters. He had publicly revealed a diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) less than a year before his death. Dane became widely known for playing Dr Mark “McSteamy” Sloan on Grey's Anatomy and later appeared as Cal Jacobs on Euphoria. Colleagues, collaborators and other actors shared tributes on social media.
Key facts:
- Representatives announced his death and said family and close friends were present.
- The article reports his age as 53 and notes he had disclosed an ALS diagnosis publicly under a year earlier.
- Dane rose to fame on Grey's Anatomy as Dr Mark “McSteamy” and had a later role on Euphoria.
- Several co‑stars and industry figures posted tributes, including Kevin McKidd, Kim Raver, Sarah Drew and Euphoria creator Sam Levinson.
- Personal details reported include his marriage to Rebecca Gayheart in 2004, their two daughters, and that the couple remained close after separating.
Summary:
Colleagues and friends from his television career offered public tributes following the announcement of his death. Undetermined at this time.
