Late 'Grey's Anatomy' Star Eric Dane Details ALS Battle in Posthumous Memoir

Late actor Eric Dane, widely recognized for his roles in Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria, offers a moving reflection on his career and final months in his posthumous memoir, My Book of Days: A Memoir in Moments, released on November 3, 2026. The publication follows the actor's passing in February 2026, just one year after he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

For fans who followed Dane across six seasons as Dr. Mark Sloan on ABC's medical drama and later as Cal Jacobs on HBO, the book provides insight into his decision to keep working while coping with severe muscle paralysis. The text covers his screen legacy, past struggles with addiction, and his focus on maintaining connection with his two daughters, Billie and Georgia, as his physical health declined.

In one excerpt, Dane describes attending his daughter Billie's ballet performance of The Nutcracker while losing control of his upper body movements. Unable to embrace her after the show, he wrote:

"Billie, I'm so sorry. I'm so very sorry that I can't wrap my arms around you. I wish I could hug you. I can no longer lift my arms."

His wife, Rebecca Gayheart, noted that although Dane was initially hesitant to write the memoir, it now provides their children with an intimate perspective on his life.

What to watch next: Viewers can stream Dane's recurring work on Charmed, his long-running stint on Grey's Anatomy, and his final television appearances in the third season of Euphoria.