Grey’s Anatomy stars have paid tribute to actor Eric Dane, who died aged 53 after a public battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Kevin McKidd, who portrays trauma surgeon Owen Hunt on Grey’s Anatomy, posted a picture of Dane to his Instagram stories, writing “Rest in Peace, Buddy”. In a statement to Variety, Euphoria creator Sam Levinson said: ”I’m heartbroken by the loss of our dear friend Eric. “The Franklin strip fanatics fantasy football league will miss Mr. Eric Dane,” Kutcher wrote in a post on X. – PA[ James Van Der Beek, star of Dawson’s Creek, dies aged 48Opens in new window ]

Source: The Irish Times February 20, 2026 15:35 UTC