Eric Dane

Eric Dane, an actor best known for his roles as Dr. Mark Sloan (nicknamed "McSteamy") on 'Grey's Anatomy' and Cal Jacobs on 'Euphoria,' recently passed away at the age of 53. He is newsworthy due to his death from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a diagnosis he publicly revealed in April 2025. In his final months, Dane dedicated himself to raising funds and awareness for ALS research. Following his death, a GoFundMe campaign was launched to support his family, raising nearly $350,000. His death has prompted discussions about ALS and its impact, as well as reflections on his career and contributions to television. Shonda Rhimes, creator of 'Grey's Anatomy,' defended his omission from the Oscars' 'In Memoriam' segment, implying that he was not primarily a movie star.