- Eric Dane revealed his ALS diagnosis
- The actor got his big break on Grey’s Anatomy
- However is his health news impacting his stint on Euphoria?
Eric Dane is one of the most beloved TV stars of his generation. After getting his big break on the Shonda Rhimes’ long-running medical drama Grey’s Antaomy, he left playing Mark Sloan behind in 2021. His next gig was bringing to life the controlling Cal Jacobs in the HBO teen drama Euphoria.
The show, which is known for its adult themes such as drugs, sex, and more, also stars Sydney Sweeney, Zendaya and Jacob Elordi, who plays his on-screen son Nate. It last hit screens in 2022 and recently went into production on its hotly anticipated third season.
However, Dane recently broke the sad news that he had been diagnosed with ALS. The rare muscular condition eventually leads to the inability to speak, eat and breathe without help from a medical professional. However, in the update, he also spilled that he was coming back to Sam Levinson’s set in the coming days.
Eric Dane shares that he has been diagnosed with ALS:
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) April 11, 2025
“I feel fortunate that I am able to continue working and am looking forward to returning to set of ‘Euphoria’ next week. I kindly ask that you give my family and I privacy during this time.” pic.twitter.com/jz7pTltZNg
Dane told PEOPLE magazine, “I feel fortunate that I am able to continue working and am looking forward to returning to set of Euphoria next week.”
Read more: Eric Dane: What are ALS symptoms to look out for?
What else did Eric Dane say about his condition?
In the statement, Dane asked for privacy and expressed gratitude to his family. He has wife Rebecca Gayheart and their two daughters Billie and Georgia.
“I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter,” he said.
Eric Dane shares that he has been diagnosed with ALS.
— Variety (@Variety) April 11, 2025
“I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter. I feel fortunate that I am able to continue working and am looking forward to returning to set of ‘Euphoria’ next week. I kindly ask that… pic.twitter.com/omQDBdeIkL
The 52-year-old also added, “I kindly ask that you give my family and I privacy during this time.”
Read more: This is who isn’t returning to Euphoria season 3
Prior to the news dropping via Dane’s announcement, Gayheart recently revoked the divorce papers she filed in 2018. According to E! News, who saw the records, it is believed the pair were trying again after they called it quits,
