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\t\t<\/p>\n Shonda Rhimes<\/strong><\/a> is speaking out after the death of Grey\u2019s Anatomy<\/strong><\/a><\/em> star Eric Dane<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Eric<\/strong> passed away at the age of 53<\/a> on February 19, 2026 following a battle with ALS, which he announced just 10 months ago.<\/p>\n The following morning, Shonda<\/strong>, 56, who created Grey\u2019s<\/em>, took to Instagram<\/a> to pay tribute to the late actor.<\/p>\n Keep reading to find out more\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/span>\u201cEric Dane was a beloved member of the Shondaland and Grey\u2019s Anatomy<\/em> families,\u201d Shonda<\/strong> wrote. \u201cHe was truly a gifted actor whose portrayal of Dr. Mark Sloan left an indelible mark on the series and on audiences around the world.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cWe are grateful for the artistry, spirit, friendship and humanity he shared with us for so many years,\u201d she continued. \u201cOur hearts are with his family, loved ones, and all who were touched by his work.\u201d<\/p>\n Along with her message, Shonda<\/strong> shared a few photos of herself and Eric<\/strong> from over the years.<\/p>\n If you didn\u2019t see, fellow Grey\u2019s Anatomy<\/em> star Patrick Dempsey<\/strong><\/a> shared heartbreaking details about Eric<\/strong>\u2018s final days<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p><\/div>\n