Eric Dane succumbed to an almost year-long battle with ALS. The actor’s death brought the spotlight to his wife, Rebecca Gayheart’s last post for him.
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Eric Dane, the star of Grey’s Anatomy, The Last Ship and HBO’s Euphoria, passed away quietly on February 19, 2026. He was 53 years old at the time of his death. The beloved veteran star left behind a huge legacy spanning three decades of his work in Hollywood. His versatile acting and easygoing personality left a mark on his fans’ hearts, who are now mourning his loss. They are sending heartfelt condolences to Eric’s family members. As the actor embarks on his journey to the afterlife, renewed interest in his personal life has been sparked. Here’s a look back at his wife’s last post on his ailment and family.
Eric Dane’s wife, Rebecca Gayheart’s last post on his ALS struggle and his family’s support resurfaces
Eric Dane’s estranged wife, Rebecca Gayheart, has been vocal about his ALS diagnosis and their family’s support in his tough time. In a December 2025 essay for The Cut titled, In Sickness and in Health, Rebecca detailed how Eric’s diagnosis reshaped their lives and family dynamics. After she filed for separation from him (which she later dismissed), the couple has been living separately with their two daughters, Billie (15) and Georgia (13), staying with their mom. However, after knowing about Eric’s condition, Rebecca and the kids “spent a lot of time” at Eric’s place. She revealed being committed to helping him deal with the ailment. She said:
“This year, the girls and I have spent a lot of time at Eric’s house, which is about a 12-minute drive away from our home…Eric knows that I am always going to want the best for him. That I’m going to do my best to do right by him. And I know he would do the same for me.”
Rebecca wanted only the best for Eric and would do anything and everything to make him feel better. She wanted to be a good example for the children and teach them that helping others in need is “the right thing to do.” Fans greatly appreciated her goodwill and took to the comments of the post to share warm words like, “Sending strength, peace, love and respect to @rebeccagayheartdane and family. Love remains” and “Standing by the father of your children as he battles this awful disease speaks to the content of her character. It is very honorable for her to do, is no easy task.” Rebecca’s exact words for her husband was:
“So whatever I can do or however I can show up to make this journey better for him [Eric Dane] or easier for him, I want to do that. And I want to model that for my girls, ‘That’s what you do. That’s the right thing to do.'”
Rebecca Gayheart dismissed divorce petition after Eric Dane’s ALS diagnosis
Rebecca initially filed for divorce in February 2018 due to “irreconcilable differences”. However, after his ALS diagnosis, she formally moved to dismiss the petition to support him as a family. In the December 2025 essay for The Cut, she described their relationship as a “huge success”, emphasising a transition from romantic to “familial love”. She noted that they remained best friends and dedicated co-parents to their two daughters, Billie and Georgia. The essays resurfaced following the news of Eric’s death due to ALS.
Eric Dane’s final moments before death by ALS
In a statement released by the representative of Eric Dane’s family, it was confirmed that he died peacefully, surrounded by his “devoted wife,” Rebecca Gayheart, and their two daughters, Billie and Georgia Dane. Expressing their heavy hearts, they noted that Eric’s family was “the center of his world”. The veteran actor’s family described him as a passionate advocate who was determined to make a difference for others facing the same fight until the end. Eric’s family requested privacy as they navigate this difficult time, while also acknowledging the “outpouring of love and support” from his fans. The statement could be read as:
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“With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon following a courageous battle with ALS. He spent his final days surrounded by dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the center of his world.”
We offer our heartfelt condolences to Eric Dane’s family as they deal with his loss.
Also Read: What Is ALS? Eric Dane Of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Dies 10 Months After Announcing The Diagnosis
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