Eric Dane: Grey's Anatomy McSteamy and Euphoria Actor Dies at 53

Eric Dane was an American actor, best known as Dr. Mark Sloan, nicknamed "McSteamy," on Grey's Anatomy. Born Eric William Melvin on November 9, 1972, in San Francisco, he decided to become an actor after a high school production of Arthur Miller's All My Sons.

Dane played Dr. Mark Sloan on Grey's Anatomy from 2006 to 2012, returning in 2021, and starred as Captain Tom Chandler in The Last Ship (2014-2018). He played Cal Jacobs on Euphoria from 2019. His films include X-Men: The Last Stand, Marley & Me, Valentine's Day, Burlesque and Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024).

Dane announced in April 2025 that he had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and spoke publicly about living with the disease. He was married to actress Rebecca Gayheart from 2004 and had two daughters. He spoke openly about his treatment for prescription drug dependence in 2011. He died in Los Angeles on February 19, 2026, at age 53, of respiratory failure related to ALS.

Achievements: Dr. Mark Sloan on Grey's Anatomy (2006-2012), Captain Tom Chandler in The Last Ship (2014-2018), Cal Jacobs in Euphoria (2019-2026).

Birth: November 9, 1972 - San Francisco, California.

Profession: Actor.

Interesting Facts: He was a varsity water polo player in high school. A final interview recorded months earlier was released the day after his death.