Eric Dane Passes Away: Grey’s Anatomy’s Kevin McKidd, Euphoria’s Sam Levinson and Nina Dobrev Share Tributes

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Actor Eric Dane died on February 19, 2026, after battling ALS for a year, his family announced on Thursday. He was surrounded by his daughters, Billie and Georgia, and friends when he passed away. Dane was 53 years old and had publicly shared his diagnosis in April 2025. Messages honoring his career quickly began appearing online.

Eric Dane’s peers remember the actor following his passing

Sam Levinson, the creator of Euphoria, shared his sadness over the loss of a close friend, saying it was both an honor and a joy to work with and know him. He expressed his sympathy for the friend’s family and offered his prayers, hoping his memory will be a source of comfort.

Kevin McKidd, James Pickens Jr., and Sarah Drew, co-stars on Grey’s Anatomy, each posted on Instagram to remember the actor, writing messages like “Rest in Peace, Buddy” and simply, “Rest in peace.”

John Stamos shared a heartfelt message online after hearing about the passing of a fellow actor. He remembered working with him on the movie ‘Wedding Wars’ years ago, describing him as a kind person and saying it was a shock to hear of his death. He signed the message, ‘Xo J’.

As someone who follows pop culture and wellness, I was really touched by the outpouring of support for Matthew Perry. I saw that Ashton Kutcher shared on X, formerly Twitter, how much his fantasy football league, the Franklin strip fanatics, will miss him, and how he knows Matthew will be cheering them on. More importantly, Ashton pledged to dedicate himself to finding a cure for ALS, which is incredibly inspiring. It’s wonderful to see people turning grief into action and raising awareness for such a critical cause.

Alyssa Milano, who worked with him on Charmed, remembered him as a warm and loving person, especially when it came to his family. She said he had a playful sense of humor and loved to surprise people. When he talked about his daughters and wife, Rebecca Gayheart, he became incredibly gentle and tender. You could tell he was always thinking of them, even when they weren’t around, and his voice would change when he said their names. He had a mischievous side, but also a deep tenderness that he often kept hidden.

Nina Dobrev, known for her role in The Vampire Diaries and a former co-star with the actor in Redeeming Love, described him as a warm, generous, and dedicated professional who approached his work with passion and treated everyone with kindness. She expressed hope that his passing will encourage increased research into ALS.

People are continuing to share memories and express their sadness online as friends, colleagues, and fans mourn his loss. His family has requested privacy as they grieve.

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2026-02-20 10:07