Eric Dane Faces ALS Diagnosis with Strength and Honesty

Eric Dane is opening up about his battle with ALS, sharing his experience in an emotional and deeply personal interview with Good Morning America’s Diane Sawyer.

Speaking Out for the First Time

At 52, the Grey’s Anatomy star publicly revealed his ALS diagnosis earlier this year. Now, he’s breaking his silence in a sit-down interview set to air soon. Although the full interview hasn’t been released, GMA offered a powerful teaser clip that gives viewers a glimpse into Dane’s raw reality.

“This Is Happening”

In the preview, Dane sits beside Sawyer, visibly emotional as they hold hands. He speaks candidly about living with ALS, a progressive neurodegenerative disease.
“I wake up every day and I’m immediately reminded that this is happening,” he says. “It’s not a dream.”

The 30-second clip closes with Dane in tears, underscoring the emotional weight of the full interview.

Refusing to Give Up

Despite the diagnosis, Dane remains resolute.
“I don’t think this is the end of my story. I don’t feel like this is the end of me,” he states with conviction.

Leaning on Family

Dane first shared his diagnosis in April 2025. In that announcement, he thanked his family for their steadfast support. He and his wife, actress Rebecca Gayheart, have two daughters: Billie Beatrice, 15, and Georgia Geraldine, 13.

As the full interview approaches, fans and supporters await more insight into Dane’s journey — one marked by vulnerability, resilience, and hope.