History of Eric Dane in Timeline

Eric Dane is an American actor known for his roles in television and film. He gained prominence through his role as Dr. Mark Sloan on the popular medical drama Grey's Anatomy. Before this, he held several TV roles, including a recurring role in Charmed. Dane has also appeared in notable movies such as X-Men: The Last Stand, Marley & Me, Valentine's Day, Burlesque, and Bad Boys: Ride or Die.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

November 9, 1972: Eric Dane's Birth

On November 9, 1972, Eric William Dane (né Melvin) was born.

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1993: Move to Los Angeles

In 1993, Eric Dane moved to Los Angeles and took small roles in various television series.

1995: Role in Serving in Silence

In 1995, Eric Dane appeared in the made-for-television film Serving in Silence, about Margarethe Cammermeyer's experiences in the military.

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2000: Recurring role on Gideon's Crossing and Charmed

In 2000, Eric Dane was cast in a recurring role on Gideon's Crossing, followed by a two-season run as Jason Dean on Charmed.

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October 29, 2004: Marriage to Rebecca Gayheart

On October 29, 2004, Eric Dane married actress Rebecca Gayheart.

2004: Portrayal of Charles "Tex" Watson in Helter Skelter

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

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

In 2005, Eric Dane guest-starred as Dr. Mark Sloan in "Yesterday", an episode of the second season of Grey's Anatomy.

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December 2006: Starring Role 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.

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2006: Cast in Grey's Anatomy and Appearance in X-Men: The Last Stand

In 2006, Eric Dane was cast as Dr. Mark Sloan on the ABC medical drama Grey's Anatomy, and he also appeared in the film X-Men: The Last Stand in 2006.

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2008: Appearance in Marley & Me

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

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2009: Video Leak

In 2009, a video featuring Eric Dane, Rebecca Gayheart, and Kari Ann Peniche nude and using drugs was released on Gawker.

2010: Appearances in Valentine's Day and Burlesque

In 2010, Eric Dane appeared in the films Valentine's Day and Burlesque.

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2010: Appearance in Valentine's Day

In 2010, Eric Dane appeared in the romantic comedy Valentine's Day alongside Grey's Anatomy co-star Patrick Dempsey.

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June 2011: Rehabilitation for Prescription Drug Dependency

In June 2011, Eric Dane entered a California treatment center to recover from a dependency on prescription drugs he developed after an injury.

October 2012: Joining the Cast of The Last Ship

In October 2012, Eric Dane joined the main cast of the TNT drama series The Last Ship as Tom Chandler.

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2012: Departure from Grey's Anatomy

In 2012, Eric Dane left the ABC medical drama Grey's Anatomy after being on the show since 2006.

2014: Starring role in The Last Ship

In 2014, Eric Dane played Captain Tom Chandler in TNT's The Last Ship.

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April 2017: Production Halt on The Last Ship Due to Depression

In April 2017, production on The Last Ship was halted through Memorial Day due to Eric Dane suffering from depression.

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2017: Starring in Grey Lady

In 2017, Eric Dane starred in the feature film Grey Lady, which also featured his wife, Rebecca Gayheart.

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February 2018: Divorce Filing by Rebecca Gayheart

In February 2018, Rebecca Gayheart filed for divorce from Eric Dane after 14 years of marriage, citing "irreconcilable differences".

2018: The Last Ship ended

In 2018, TNT's The Last Ship, where Eric Dane played Captain Tom Chandler, ended.

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2018: End of The Last Ship

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

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2019: Starring in Euphoria

In 2019, Eric Dane began playing Cal Jacobs in the HBO drama series Euphoria.

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2021: Return to Grey's Anatomy

In 2021, Eric Dane returned to Grey's Anatomy after nine years, despite his character having been killed off.

2023: Challenges of performing scenes in Euphoria

In 2023, Eric Dane discussed the challenges of performing scenes that required him to wear a prosthetic penis while filming Euphoria.

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2024: Appearance in Bad Boys: Ride or Die

In 2024, Eric Dane appeared in the film Bad Boys: Ride or Die.

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March 7, 2025: Dismissal of Divorce Petition

On March 7, 2025, Rebecca Gayheart reportedly filed to dismiss the divorce petition after seven years of separation from Eric Dane.

April 2025: ALS Diagnosis Announcement

In April 2025, Eric Dane announced that he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

June 2025: Loss of Use of Right Arm

By June 2025, Eric Dane could no longer use his right arm due to ALS.

October 2025: Use of Wheelchair

By October 2025, Eric Dane was using a wheelchair due to ALS.

2025: Diagnosis with ALS

In 2025, Eric Dane announced his diagnosis with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). He also starred as FBI Special Agent Nathan Blythe in the Amazon Prime Video crime series Countdown in 2025.

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