Eric Dane Dead at 53 After ALS Battle - Entertainment Tonight
Eric Dane, best known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria' has died after a months-long battle with ALS. He was 53.
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Direct answer
- Eric Dane died on February 19, 2026, at age 53, after publicly revealing in 2025 that he had been diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). The official cause of death reported by outlets was respiratory failure, with ALS listed as the underlying condition on the death certificate.
Context and key details
- ALS diagnosis: Dane publicly disclosed his ALS diagnosis in April 2025 and became an advocate for ALS awareness and research in the months that followed.
- Family statement: His family released a statement at the time of his death noting that he spent his final days surrounded by loved ones.
- Public tribute: Following his passing, colleagues and fans widely paid tributes, highlighting his work on Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, as well as his advocacy efforts.
Sources you can check for verification
- E! News recap and death certificate details confirming respiratory failure as the cause of death with ALS underlying the condition.[1]
- Parade coverage noting the timeline from diagnosis to death and statements from his family.[2]
- ABC News piece with reactions from friends and co-stars after his death.[3]
If you’d like, I can pull a concise timeline of events surrounding his ALS diagnosis, public statements, and the days surrounding his death, or summarize tributes from specific colleagues.