Eric Dane died on February 19, 2026, at age 53, after battling ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). The death was reported as due to respiratory failure with ALS listed as the underlying condition on the death certificate. His family had publicly announced his passing, noting he spent his final days with loved ones and had been an advocate for ALS awareness and research. [Multiple outlets reported the cause as respiratory failure related to ALS, including E! News and other entertainment outlets.]
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The 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria' star died at 53 on Thursday, Feb. 19.
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ndtv.inEric Dane, best known for his roles in 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Euphoria' has died after a months-long battle with ALS. He was 53.
www.etonline.comDane starred on shows including "Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria."
abcnews.com'Grey's Anatomy' alum Eric Dane died at the age of 53, less than a year after revealing his ALS diagnosis. In his final months, the 'Euphoria' star became an advocate for research about the neurodegenerative disorder, also known as Lou Gehrig's' disease. Following the news of his death, Eric's Hollywood friends and collaborators paid tribute, from Patrick Dempsey sharing insight into Eric's last days on UK radio, to a source confirming to ET that Johnny Depp offered Eric one of his homes to...
www.etonline.comEric Dane's cause of death revealed as respiratory failure from ALS. The "Grey's Anatomy" star died at 53, leaving behind his wife and two daughters.
www.wfmd.comActor Eric Dane has died less than one year after announcing his ALS diagnosis.
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