On February 19, 2026, Eric Dane — the charismatic actor whose striking presence and emotional depth made him a fan favorite on television — died at 53 following a courageous battle with ALS. Best known for his roles as Dr. Mark “McSteamy” Sloan on Grey’s Anatomy and Cal Jacobs on HBO’s Euphoria, Dane built a career defined by complex performances that blended confidence, vulnerability, and intensity, earning him a lasting place in modern TV drama. Even as ALS progressively limited his strength,

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