Eric Dane Shares ALS Diagnosis Ahead of ‘Euphoria’ Return: ‘Grateful to Have My Loving Family by My Side’

The 52-year-old actor says he will return to set for the HBO series next week and feels “fortunate” to be able to continue working

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Eric Dane (Credit: Michael Tullberg/Getty Images)

Eric Dane announced Thursday that he has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

“I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter,” the “Grey’s Anatomy” actor told People.

The 52-year-old actor is set to start production on the third season of “Euphoria” next week, where he plays Nate Jacobs (Jacob Elordi)’s father. He said he feels “fortunate” to be able to continue working and will return to the set of “Euphoria” next week. The HBO series is set to resume production on Season 3 April 14.

“I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter,” he said.

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