Eric Dane

Eric Dane, a prominent actor best known for his roles as Dr. Mark Sloan (nicknamed "McSteamy") on the long-running medical drama *Grey's Anatomy* and as Cal Jacobs on the HBO series *Euphoria*, has died at the age of 53. Dane's death is newsworthy due to his popularity and the relatively short time between his public announcement of his ALS diagnosis in April 2025 and his passing. He died on Thursday, less than a year after revealing his diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. In his final months, Dane dedicated himself to raising awareness and funds for ALS research. Following his death, a GoFundMe campaign was created to support his widow and daughters, raising nearly $350,000. Dane's passing highlights the devastating impact of ALS and his advocacy brought attention to the disease and the need for further research and support for those affected.