1 week Ago By [email protected] (N. Lothungbeni Humtsoe)
Updated April 11th 2025, 16:36 IST The 52-year-old actor tells People Magazine in an exclusive statement about his disease. Eric Dane, a former star of Grey’s Anatomy who is widely recognised for his role as the charming Dr. Mark Sloan, also known as "McSteamy", opens up about his battle with a progressive neurodegenerative disease, known as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
On April 10, the 52-year-old actor tells People Magazine in an exclusive statement, “I have been diagnosed with ALS. I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter.” Also read: Don’t Drink Coffee Before Doing This One Thing, Says Dietitian What is Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)? Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is formerly known as Lou Gehrig's disease, which is a neurological disorder.
The National Institute of Health (NIH) explains that ALS can affect "motor neurons, the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord that control voluntary muscle movement and breathing.” Published April 11th 2025, 16:23 IST.
