Eric Dane, 'Euphoria,' 'Grey's Anatomy' actor, shares ALS diagnosis

Eric Dane has been diagnosed with ALS, which is also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.

Eric Dane has been diagnosed with ALS, which is also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.

The “Grey’s Anatomy” alum shared the news in a statement to People on Thursday, saying he feels grateful for his family’s support and fortunate to be able to continue working.

“I have been diagnosed with ALS,” Dane, 52, said. “I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter.” 

“I feel fortunate that I am able to continue working and am looking forward to returning to set of ‘Euphoria’ next week,” he continued. “I kindly ask that you give my family and I privacy during this time.”

Dane has been married to actor Rebecca Gayheart since 2004. Gayheart had filed for divorce in 2018. However, just last month, she requested to dismiss her paperwork, according to People.