Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Eric Dane

How Eric Dane built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Eric Dane is an American actor best known for his role as Dr. Mark Sloan on the ABC medical drama *Grey's Anatomy*. He began his career with various television roles in the 1990s and 2000s, including a recurring part in *Charmed*. Dane has also appeared in several films, such as *Marley & Me*, *Valentine's Day*, and *Burlesque*, solidifying his presence in both television and film.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1993: Move to Los Angeles

In 1993, Eric Dane moved to Los Angeles where he began his acting career with small roles in various television series.

1995: Made-for-television film debut

In 1995, Eric Dane's made-for-television film credits began with "Serving in Silence", a biopic about Margarethe Cammermeyer's experiences in the military.

2000: Recurring role in Gideon's Crossing

In 2000, Eric Dane secured a recurring role in the television series "Gideon's Crossing", followed by a two-season run in "Charmed".

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2004: Portrayal of Charles "Tex" Watson

In 2004, Eric Dane portrayed Charles "Tex" Watson in the made-for-television film "Helter Skelter".

2005: Guest appearance as Dr. Mark Sloan in Grey's Anatomy

In 2005, Eric Dane guested as Dr. Mark Sloan in "Yesterday", an episode of "Grey's Anatomy", leading to him becoming a regular in season 3.

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December 2006: Starred in Wedding Wars

In December 2006, Eric Dane starred in the A&E television film "Wedding Wars" as the brother of a gay man who goes on strike in support of same-sex marriage.

2006: Cast as Mark Sloan in Grey's Anatomy

In 2006, Eric Dane was cast as Mark Sloan on the ABC medical drama "Grey's Anatomy".

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2008: Appearance in Marley & Me

In 2008, Eric Dane appeared in the film "Marley & Me".

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2010: Appearance in Valentine's Day film

In 2010, Eric Dane appeared alongside Patrick Dempsey in the romantic comedy "Valentine's Day", directed by Garry Marshall.

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October 2012: Joined The Last Ship

In October 2012, Eric Dane joined the main cast of the TNT drama series "The Last Ship", produced by Michael Bay.

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2012: Departure from Grey's Anatomy

In 2012, Eric Dane left "Grey's Anatomy", though he appeared in the first two episodes of season 9.

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2014: Premiere of The Last Ship

In 2014, "The Last Ship", starring Eric Dane as Tom Chandler, premiered.

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2018: The Last Ship concluded

In 2018, "The Last Ship", starring Eric Dane as Tom Chandler, concluded its run.

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2019: Starred in Euphoria

In 2019, Eric Dane starred as Cal Jacobs in "Euphoria", which premiered that year.

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2021: Return to Grey's Anatomy

In 2021, Eric Dane reappeared on "Grey's Anatomy" for the first time in nine years since his character was killed off.

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2021: Return to Grey's Anatomy after nine years

In 2021, Eric Dane returned to "Grey's Anatomy" for the first time in nine years since his character was killed off.

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2023: Described experience in Euphoria

In 2023, Eric Dane described his experience on being in a show like "Euphoria" where he had to regularly wear a prosthetic penis, stating that "Those scenes are very difficult to shoot".

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