Eric Dane, best known as the charming Dr Mark Sloan—or ‘McSteamy’—on Grey’s Anatomy, has died...

Published: 6:35 am February 20, 2026
Updated: 2:27 am February 23, 2026

Eric Dane, best known as the charming Dr Mark Sloan—or ‘McSteamy’—on Grey’s Anatomy, has died aged 53. The news broke on Thursday, less than a year after he publicly revealed his diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.

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His family released a heartfelt statement, saying:

“With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon following a courageous battle with ALS.”

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“He spent his final days surrounded by dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the centre of his world.”

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