Hollywood Mourns the Loss of Actor Eric Dane

Alyssa Milano and others remember Dane's 'spark,' 'mischief,' and advocacy for ALS research

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Actor Eric Dane, known for his roles in Charmed and other shows, passed away on February 19 at the age of 53, 10 months after being diagnosed with ALS. Tributes poured in from his co-stars and others who remembered his sharp wit, generosity, and commitment to raising awareness and funding for ALS research.

Why it matters

Dane's death at a relatively young age has saddened the entertainment community, and his advocacy work for ALS has highlighted the urgent need for treatments and a cure for the devastating disease.

The details

Dane joined the cast of Charmed in season five as Jason Dean, who works with and dates the character Phoebe played by Alyssa Milano. Milano remembered Dane's 'razor-sharp sense of humor' and how he 'loved the absurdity of things' and 'loved catching people off guard.' Other tributes came from Sam Levinson, Ashton Kutcher, Paul Walter Hauser, and the organization I AM ALS, which Dane had supported. They praised his courage, conviction, and use of his platform to drive progress in ALS research and awareness.

  • Eric Dane passed away on February 19, 2026.
  • Dane was diagnosed with ALS 10 months prior to his death.

The players

Eric Dane

An actor known for his roles in Charmed and other shows, who passed away at age 53 after a 10-month battle with ALS.

Alyssa Milano

An actress who starred alongside Dane in Charmed, and remembered his 'spark,' 'mischief,' and 'tenderness.'

I AM ALS

A nonprofit organization that Dane supported, advocating for ALS research and solutions.

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The takeaway

Dane's passing has highlighted the urgent need for continued research and advocacy to find treatments and a cure for ALS, a devastating disease that took his life far too soon. His commitment to using his platform for action and progress will inspire others to carry on his legacy of fighting for solutions.