Eric Dane hospitalized after a fall related to his ALS condition

*Grey’s Anatomy* star **Eric Dane**, best known to fans as Dr. Mark “McSteamy” Sloan, missed this year’s Emmy Awards after suffering a fall linked to his ALS diagnosis. The actor was expected to reunite with his castmates to celebrate the show’s 20th anniversary, but instead, he spent the evening in the hospital receiving stitches.

Dane revealed that the incident happened suddenly at home when he lost balance and fell in his kitchen. “ALS is a nasty disease,” he said in an interview. “So I was in the hospital during the Emmys getting stitches put in my head.”

In April 2025, Dane went public with his diagnosis of **amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)** — a rare, terminal neurodegenerative condition that gradually weakens the muscles and affects a person’s ability to move, speak, and eventually breathe. He first began noticing symptoms in early 2024, starting with weakness in his right hand, which he initially dismissed as exhaustion or overuse before doctors confirmed the truth.

Although missing the Emmys was disappointing, Dane has used his platform to raise awareness about ALS and advocate for more research and funding. He’s been vocal about the urgent need for better treatments and has spoken openly about the emotional and physical challenges that come with the disease.

Despite his diagnosis, Dane remains focused on living meaningfully — spending time with his family, continuing to act when possible, and sharing his story to inspire others facing similar battles. “I just want to be present,” he said. “For my daughters, for my friends, for as long as I can.”

For fans around the world, his courage serves as a reminder that even in the face of devastating illness, strength and grace can shine through — proving that the man once known as *Dr. McSteamy* is still one of Hollywood’s most resilient hearts.