00:00Today, Hollywood is mourning the loss of Eric Dane, the actor beloved by millions as Dr. Mark McSteamy-Sloane on
00:07Grey's Anatomy.
00:08Dane passed away at 53, following a courageous battle with ALS, leaving behind not only an unforgettable television legacy,
00:16but a community of co-stars who say he was just as magnetic off-screen as he was on it.
00:22Dane joined Grey's Anatomy in 2006 during season 3, and quickly became a fan favorite.
00:28Over seven seasons, he starred alongside Ellen Pompeo, Patrick Dempsey, Sandra Oh, Katherine Heigl, Justin Chambers, T.R. Knight, Kate
00:38Walsh, Jesse Williams, and more,
00:41helping to find what many fans consider the golden era of the hit ABC drama.
00:46In the hours following the heartbreaking news, tributes began pouring in.
00:50Kevin McKidd, who plays Owen Hunt, shared a simple but emotional message, alongside a photo of Dane in Scrubs.
00:57Rest in peace, buddy.
00:59McKidd's representative also reflected on working with Dane, calling him incredible, and praising his natural charisma and unmatched comedic deadpan
01:07timing.
01:08He is a huge part of our show and always will be, the statement read.
01:12Sarah Drew, who portrayed Dr. April Kepner, echoed the sentiment with a heartfelt rest in peace.
01:18And Kim Raver, who plays Dr. Teddy Altman, remembered Dane as a light, describing the twinkle in his eye and
01:25the mischievous grin he'd flash,
01:27just before delivering a perfectly timed line that would leave the cast in stitches.
01:32She shared her love and condolences to his wife Rebecca Gayhart and their daughters Billy and Georgia, calling them the
01:39center of his world.
01:40ABC also released a statement honoring Dane's remarkable talent and unforgettable presence,
01:46noting that his courage and grace during his ALS battle inspired many.
01:50Patrick Dempsey, who played Derek McDreamy Shepard, had spoken openly about staying in touch with Dane during his illness.
01:56Just weeks before his passing, Dempsey described him as incredibly courageous, adding,
02:06Ellen Pompeo shared perhaps one of the most personal memories.
02:10After learning of his ALS diagnosis in April 2025, she texted him offering support, and her phone just rang 30
02:17seconds later.
02:18Speaking at the ALS Network Champions for Cures and Care Gala in January, she said,
02:24I love you. I'm really proud of you.
02:26She also recalled their instant electric chemistry when he first arrived on set nearly 20 years ago.
02:32Even Jesse Williams, who was set to reunite with Dane at the 2025 Emmy Awards before an injury prevented his
02:38appearance,
02:39honored him on the red carpet.
02:40On and off screen, that's my brother.
02:43In a statement shared with People, Dane's family said he passed surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle.
02:49They also revealed he became a passionate advocate for ALS awareness and research,
02:53determined to help others facing the same fight.
02:56Exactly 20 years after his first appearance on Grey's Anatomy,
03:00Eric Dane leaves behind a legacy of humor, heart, and unforgettable charm.
03:05As he once said in a 2022 interview reflecting on his time on the show,
03:09I love all those people dearly, and it's clear they loved him right back.
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