Eric Dane’s life in photos

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Eric Dane passed away on Feb. 19, 2026, 10 months after announcing his ALS diagnosis. He was 53 years old.

Dane’s family released a statement in which they shared that “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.”

Scroll through the gallery below to view his life in pictures.

Eric Dane and Rebecca Gayheart attended the 3rd Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball in Beverly Hills in 2004.

Eric Dane is seen here with Ellen Pompeo in season 3 of "Gray's Anatomy" in 2006.

Eric Dane and Rebecca Gayheart attended the Los Angeles premiere of "Dreamgirls" in 2006.

Eric Dane played Dr. Mark Sloan on "Gray's Anatomy."

Eric Dane and Patrick Dempsey pose in the audience during the 33rd Annual People's Choice Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on January 9, 2007 in Los Angeles.

Eric Dane appeared with Owen Wilson in "Marley & Me" in 2008.

Eric Dane appeared in "Valentine's Day" with Jessica Biel and Queen Latifah in 2010.

Billie Beatrice Dane, actress Rebecca Gayheart, Georgia Dane and actor Eric Dane attend the Disney Live! Mickey's Music festival at Madison Square Garden on March 23, 2013 in New York City.

Eric Dane is seen carrying his daughter Billie Beatrice Dane on February 16, 2014 in Los Angeles.

Rebecca Gayheart and Eric Dane attended the 16th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball on June 3, 2017 in Los Angeles.

Eric Dane is seen here in season 5 of "The Last Ship" in 2018.

Eric is seen here in season 1 of HBO's "Euphoria" in 2019.

Eric Dane pictured with Rebecca Gayheart and their children in 2022.

Eric Dane attended the HBO Max FYC event for "Euphoria" at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on April 20, 2022 in Los Angeles.

Eric Dane is seen here in season 2 of HBO's "Euphoria" in 2022.

Ride or Die" in 2024.

Dane attended the premiere of "Countdown" on June 18, 2025 in Los Angeles.

Eric Dane spoke about his ALS diagnosis during a news conference to discuss health insurance at the Department of Health and Human Services Headquarters in Washington, DC, on June 23, 2025.

Eric Dane is seen here in season 2 of the series "Brilliant Minds."

Eric Dane was photographed at the St. Regis in Washington, DC on September 30, 2025.

Eric, Rebecca Gayheart, and daughter Georgia Dean enjoyed a dinner outing at Sushi Park in West Hollywood in October 2025.

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