Eric Dane has been diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.
“I was diagnosed with ALS. As I navigate this next chapter, “As I navigate the 52-year-old 'Euphoria' actor and the alumni of 'Gray's Anatomy', I am grateful that my beloved family is by my side.” People Magazine.
“I'm able to continue working and look forward to returning to the set of 'Euphoria' next week. During this time, please give my family and my privacy. ”
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Eric Dane has been diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. (axelle/bauer-griffin/filmmagic)
According to Mayo Clinic, ALS is a “neurological disease that affects neurons in the brain and spinal cord.”
It can cause loss of muscle control and dementia as well as breathing and feeding problems.
According to Mayo Clinic, ALS is a “neurological disease that affects neurons in the brain and spinal cord.” (Michael Buckner/Variety/Penske Media via Getty Images)
According to the ALS Association, patients usually live for three years after being diagnosed with the disease, but can live for decades.
Eric Dane is known for his role as Dr. Mark Sloan, also known as Maximy in “Grey's Anatomy.” (Bob D'Amico/Disney General Entertainment content via Getty Images)
Others who fought the ALS include Stephen Hawking. Lou Gehrig, a Yankees player who passed away in 1941. Stephen Hillenburg, creator of “Spongebob Squarepants”; and Johnstone, creator of “Sesame Street.”
Wives Rebecca Gayhart and Eric Dane (Jason Lavelis/Film Magic)
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Dane is married to actress Rebecca Gayhart and shares two children, Billy, 15, and Georgia, 13.
