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Eric Dane
Eric Dane was an American actor known for television roles including Dr.
Eric Dane was an American actor best known for playing Dr. Mark Sloan on Grey's Anatomy. He died in February 2026 at age 53 after announcing an ALS diagnosis in 2025.
Early life
Eric Dane was born in San Francisco, California, in 1972. His birth name was Eric William Dane, and he grew up to become an American actor.
Key roles
Dane became widely known for his role as Dr. Mark Sloan on Grey's Anatomy. He later played Captain Tom Chandler in The Last Ship and Cal Jacobs in Euphoria, and also appeared in several films.
Illness and death
In 2025, Dane publicly announced that he had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). He died on February 19, 2026, at the age of 53.
In short
- Best known for playing Dr. Mark Sloan on Grey's Anatomy.
- Also starred in The Last Ship and Euphoria.
- Announced ALS diagnosis in 2025.
- Died in February 2026 at age 53.
Quick questions
Who was Eric Dane?
Eric Dane was an American actor best known for Grey's Anatomy, The Last Ship, and Euphoria.
What role made Eric Dane famous?
He was most widely recognized for playing Dr. Mark Sloan on Grey's Anatomy.
When did Eric Dane die?
Reports state that he died on February 19, 2026, at age 53.
Sources
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_DaneSupports: Birth date, major roles, ALS diagnosis, and death date
- IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0199312/Supports: Birth information and profession
- BBC News — https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c78j01n775koSupports: ALS diagnosis and death reporting
- The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2026/feb/20/eric-dane-obituarySupports: Obituary details and death date