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'Grey's Anatomy's' Eric Dane says he has 'one functioning arm' after ALS diagnosis in new interview
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- Published on Jul 14, 2025
- The “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Euphoria” star tells ABC News’ Diane Sawyer about the moment he received his diagnosis about the incurable disease and how the symptoms have progressed.
He is speaking out for the first time in a television interview about his battle with ALS, a degenerative neurological disorder.
"I wake up every day and I'm immediately reminded that this is happening," Dane, 52, said in an interview with Diane Sawyer that aired Monday on "Good Morning America." "It's not a dream."
Just a few months after first revealing his ALS diagnosis publicly in April, Dane said he has lost function of his right arm and worries about what's next.
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My symptoms started two years ago this month, when I was 38 and my son was 3.5. Now I am paralyzed from the neck down, my speech is unintelligible, and my breathing is labored. And yet, there is much to be thankful for: selfless support from my family and community that will continue for my husband and son after I die, technology like the eye gaze device I am writing this on, a safe, comfortable home, and enough to eat (even if it's through a feeding tube). There are many terrible moments but even more wonderful ones. If you are reading this, take a moment to thank your body for everything it does for you.
Why? Why do u think this happened?
Many prayers for you and yours ❤🙏🏻. You are very brave and your words are an inspiration.
Thank you for this!
We have cFS in the family and my daughter has FND , these things give you an insight into some of your challenges. Huge hug coming your way.
@@wandamazzulo779Just the luck of the draw. Sad but true.
you can almost see the brokenness in his eyes its such a horrible cruel disease I pray for him a great interview
ALS effects facial expressions and leaves the body basically just a shell. He's an actor and used to expressing himself with his face and body so I can't imagine what this disease must be like for him. Horrible for anyone who gets this. There needs to be more research and treatment instead of just focusing on funding a few diseases.
I just prayed asking God to heal his pain from Childhood and now. I pray he runs to the Father , his Creator. In Jesus's mighty name Amen
It really is the most disgusting, God-awful disease--I just feel nauseous any time I hear someone has been diagnosed with it. My heart breaks for this man and his family.
@@coolbreeze5683agree
Keep fighting Eric 🤛🏻❤️🇬🇧xxxx
Not just his arm. You can also tell that his speech is starting to decline, and his breathing is more labored. It's painful to see anyone go through this. I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy.
Yeah you can tell it is affecting other parts of his body. Will probably hit those parts first before he looses his legs
Right
I noticed that as well. My heart breaks for him
For real
I hope he heals
He won't heal, dumbass @@Melanieeee13
Eric is the sort of actor who deserves 20-30 more years to build on his legacy. Incredibly underated actor.
Amen. Underrated and superb.
Agree. He’s so amazing in Euphoria.
He truly is underrated as an actor
I agree.
Every single person who was and/or will be diagnosed with ALS deserves 20 - 30 more years to build on their legacy.
I commend this gentleman for telling his story. He may not realize it but he offers support and kindness to others that face the same diagnosis.
Yes he's bringing it to light again especially now it's important because health care cuts will only increase the awful suffering this disease brings about not just to the person but the entire family!
How?
I was diagnosed in 2019. I was told by my neurologist that I had 2 years left to live. Here I am still, in 2025. I just turned 58 yesterday. This disease kills you little by little every single day. The firecracker I was, is long gone. I just try to keep positive for the people that surround me cause, if I let them know what this is doing to me inside (physically and mentally), they will feel sad and worried. I am now in a wheelchair, having to accept a prognosis that is impossible to accept. I look at my closet, and I see 256 pairs of shoes ( I collected them) that I can no longer wear. I go to sleep and those 3 capital letters are the last thing my brain sees. I wake up in the morning, and those same letters are waking me up. I look out the window, and I see people going about their day, as if nothing but, all I see is , you don’t know how lucky you are that you can walk and grab things with your hands. So much is taken for granted in this life, until you hear those 3 letters told to your face. Every day is a struggle, and I find happiness in the little things. It’s difficult to explain it any other way. I hope people can appreciate what it means to be healthy,and that they live their life to their fullest.
Thank you for the reminder of how lucky I am, truly. Sending hugs and prayers ❤
I wish there was something I could say. I just wish you comfort and send lots of gentle hugs. Keep on fighting.
Thank you for your strength, integrity and example of living life to its fullest until the end. I wish you pockets of joy and peace with each and every heartbeat.
Bless your heart… This is such a horrible diagnosis.. Just cruel.. I pray the find a cure very soon.. it has to be environmental.. Whether pesticides.. industrial run-offs… It’s definitely something we are ingesting/inhaling…
I don’t take any of that for granted. When I go for walks at night I often think how lucky I am just to enjoy that moment. I’m sorry that you have to deal with such an awful disease. I was betrayed by my own brain for a while but I can’t imagine being betrayed by you body. My heart truly goes out.
He will always be my McSteamy , I was very saddened when I heard the news. ALS is a terrifying disease
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He's still looking good and I pray he finds hope and joy
Always!!❤❤
How brave of him to do an interview. Bless him for wanting to share in order to help others. The effects are undeniable, amazing how age and/or disease can humble the human body.
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If he really wanted to help humanity.. he'd put out the vax batch numbers and speak out. If it's not related- no harm. But we have to stop pretending and help scientists research a way to reverse.
Brave would be speaking out and not covering for the you know what companies
@@slynn246 stop it. 🙄
@@slynn246what are you talking about?
Seeing him so vulnerable, his light is dimmer but he hasnt given up, he should never give up. Watching your body break down, is heart wrenching. The pain it puts families through. We pray for you and everyone thats suffering. Remember how blessed you are whoever is reading this. Life is fragile 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤❤❤❤❤
My friend Susan was diagnosed after 2 years of misdiagnosis. She died in 2007. We graduated high school in 1964. I did a walk with my grandson in her memory when she didn’t want a funeral service. I sent out letters that I was trying to raise $1,964.00 in her memory to our classmates. We ended up with a total around $3,000. Rest in Peace, Susan and come on Grey’s, do an honorary show on ALS.
What a wonderful thing you did in her memory. God bless you.
This brought me to tears. I will pray for Eric and his family.
Same. That’s brave. I hope it helps others as well. This really sucks for all who suffer.
Me too. So harsh/hard. Facing our own mortality, particularly in this way is so difficult.
It is a HORRIBLE disease. Watched my Dad go through it. Praying for Eric.
My dad had dementia - obviously not the same thing, but watching someone close to you lose integral parts of themselves is gut wrenching. Sending hugs, babe ❤
My heart goes out to the both of you.
My father too. You're right, it is a horrible (and cruel) disease. My heart breaks for Eric and his family.
Lost my Dad to ALS too, it’s such a cruel and unfair diagnosis
@SharonAshleySteed
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He is a rockstar for choosing to share this journey with us. Many are facing the same challenges, and it's good for other ALS patients to see a celebrity discuss it openly. BRAVO!
Rock star indeed! Thats the name for it! ❤
People who share their stories are heros. It really helps the ones who need to hear it.
It brought me to tears. I wish him strenght to fight against this terrible disease. Much love from Austria.
Unfortunately there is not much battling for this disease 😢
To anyone who's suffering depression, anxiety, insomnia and other mental health problems, you are not alone. I feel you. You are so brave. You are doing so well. I'm proud of you. I'm sending you a virtual hug ❤ what helped me get out of that dark spiral was journaling and mindfulness from Shift Your Mind by Alexander Brooks. The anxiety that used to control my whole day barely shows up now!🙏❤
I commend this gentleman for telling his story. He may not realize it but he offers support and kindness to others that face the same diagnosis.
I can only imagine how scared he is. My heart goes out to this family. What a life he has had.
Sending prayers and love 💕
Being supported by the family helps a lot.....
This is a horrible disease that my brother battled 3.5 years. You can “hear” the ALS in his voice…😢
Deeply saddened for him and his family…May he continue to have strength and courage to battle this awful disease.
I know exactly what you mean about "hearing" the ALS. Watching my Dad battle this Monster was the most traumatizing experience of my life. I will be praying for him
May I ask - what does hearing it in his voice mean?
@riggs20 yes of course. The best way I can describe is overall weakness, the voice is more forced...breathing forced. My dad, like Eric had a strong, enthusiastic tone when we spoke. That got less and less as the disease progressed. Hope I am making sense and thank you for asking
@@Patman-x7oThat makes perfect sense. Thank you for clarifying it.
I was wondering about his voice and slowness speaking and if that was the ALS.
He has the kindest heart and eyes. Thoughts and prayers ❤️🫶🏼🙏🏼
you can see so much in his eyes.. i mean it literally makes me cry. please God let this man live.
Heartbreaking disease. Helped care for my sister who died from ALS in 2002. Have this man and his family in my heart and in my prayers.
God bless Eric Dane for his openness and vulnerability, and his willingness to help others by being so.
I’ve never seen an episode of Grey’s Anatomy…. I’ve only seen part of the sex tape Eric Dane made years ago with Rebecca Gayheart and another woman. Sadly, that’s the only association I have in my brain when I see him. I guess I should watch the TV show. But I also have lost friends to ALS - one very recently - and it’s awful. I really hope a cure is discovered soon. Very tragic for him and his loved ones.
@@calisongbirdI couldn’t stand his character on Greys Anatomy. You’re not missing much.
God be with Eric Dane and his family
Lost my Dad to ALS 9 weeks ago, it is absolutely devastating for the patient and their loved ones. You’ll never be the same after the diagnosis 💔💔
I lost my dad to it 7 years ago. This disease literally comes out of nowhere. It's like one minute you're fine and then you just start to go. I wanna cry for Eric, I really do. 😢
I’m so sorry. I lost my mother 36 years ago. She was only 43. It’s something I’d never wish on anyone. Sending 🤗
Lost my Dad 5 years ago, it's so traumatizing. I am so sorry for you and your family, sending a prayer
I’m so sorry for your loss. Difficult times for you.
@@soniaalvarado5372Be easy on yourself. Grief is tough however, time does lesson the pain. Lost my Mother at 22 yrs to colon cancer. Sucks
Not just his arm. You can also tell that his speech is starting to decline, and his breathing is more labored. It's painful to see anyone go through this. I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy.
❤ Thank you, Eric Dane & Diane Sawyer, for sharing sensitive insight on how ALS is affecting Eric. Eric’s love & courage is inspiring ❤️
This is heartbreaking! When he said he called Rebecca and choked up. I cried with him. Eric you are in our prayers 🙏!
It’s so encouraging to have someone with this large of a platform use it for so much good
Both Dane and Christina Applegate, telling her story and struggles with MS. I give them both so much credit and admire their bravery.
Eric. Im in Botswana and I just want to say...Maya Angelou once said your legacy is something you'll never know. Because youll never know the number of people yourve reached and impacted. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you for this interview for this vulnerability for this honesty and I hold you in prayer and hope for you. Im sending love and light from Africa. ❤❤❤
I know someone who had ALS. He was gone fairly quickly. This is beyond sad. I'm praying for him
Charmed and The Last Ship… such a great man. Hearing him has brought me to tears because I know the timeline in the countdown. 😢😢😢😢😢
I'm praying for him and his family and am really sorry. Every week, I watched him on Grey's Anatomy.
My husband and I cared fore my father during the last 18 months of his life as he battled ALS. My heart goes out to Mr. Dane and those whom he loves.
This made me cry, poor guy. So sad for him and his family
The way you explained this is SO clear. Thank you
Im crying so hard 😭😭😭
Big greys anatomy fan, this breaks my heart. Im praying for recovery 🙏🏽🙏🏽
It’s beyond heartbreaking. I can’t believe how quick the deterioration is.
This man deserves to be commended for sharing this heartbreaking story with us. Forever Mcsteamy❤❤
Eric there are people watching your interview today who won’t be here tomorrow. The anticipatory grief you and your family are feeling must be horrible. But one thing we know for sure is you are here TODAY. I am willing to bet you will be here tomorrow. The point I am making is right now is all any of us have. Let this remind all of us to make the most of each day. Breakthroughs happen every day. Absorb all the love and prayers that are coming your way but don’t forget to live. You are still here.❤
Your comment made me cry. Beautifully put.
A lovely comment. And a reminder not to grieve for tomorrow but live for today.
@@yamil.343 ditto
So encouraging ❤
Amen. Tomorrow isn't promised to any of us. Living in the present every day is the call. But I can only imagine the heavy blanket on you waking up every day with that diagnosis, like he said. An ex colleague, who was the brightest light, with children was diagnosed around 50 with ALS, and passed a few years later. I wish him miracles!
The sign of a true champion is you keep fighting. You're a champ and you brought so many crazy feelings because of your amazing acting skills. Cheers my brother, Semper Fi.
I was so sorry to hear of this. I've enjoyed Mr. Dane's work over the span of many years and hope to enjoy his performances for many more. Hoping and wishing for breakthroughs in the ALS research and wishing him and his family the very best.
Stay strong! This disease is a horrific disease. My husband is in the last stages, he no longer has his upper body, his legs are beginning to go, his speech is pretty much gone, and he's having difficulty breathing. My husband was diagnosed in October 2023
I am so very sorry😢Lord God heal him and g8ve supernatural strength to your Daughter. Amen❤❤❤❤
🙏🏿🫂❤️🩹 Sending love and gentle hugs from Scotland xx
Did he get the covid vaccine? I know a person that got it after taking it. Praying for your husbands health 🙏🏼🫶🏽
@CruiseControlM3 no, he didn't but I can recall back in 2019 him having problems. He kept complaining about his right shoulder and his right hand. We brushed it off then as being just arthritis. In 2020 that's when his speech started to slur. It wasn't constant, just from time to time. I thought he was intoxicated but of course he wasn't. My husband has bulbar ALS which progresses quickly. I really don't think he'll live to see a new year 😢
Many, many prayers for you and your dear husband.❤
ALS is so frightening, and it can strike anyone unexpectedly with no family history.
I feel so bad for him and his family, I hope we find a cure or effective treatment soon
I was wondering what causes this
@@yogaqueen1527It’s neurological but they still don’t know exactly why it happens
@@yogaqueen1527the safe and effective 💉💉💉 is the cause
@@yogaqueen1527 it's more common with white and Asian people. possibly the poisons that we pollute the earth with
I found out I have the genetic defect for ALS type 12, a defect in my optn gene. My greatest fear is detecting weakness because type 12 comes with frontotemporal dementia. I know most cases don't have the genetic defect but when you have the defect you just always feel like you are a ticking time b o mb. Sorry for all of you who are dealing with this disease.
Lost my mother to this horribly cruel disease back on Thanksgiving 2022, she started having symptoms in December 2021 & it started with her having trouble swallowing and then affected her arms just like Eric, went to countless doctors with countless tests and the results coming back fine....no one could find out what she had until she got sent to University of Virginia, she saw a specialist that knew what she had the instant he saw her. She got officially diagnosed August 1st 2022 and only made it 3 months after.....this disease is the absolute worst thing to watch a loved one go through let alone my MOTHER who is my whole world. I pray for his little daughters & wife with all my heart. I'm still in shock and processing how fastly this disease took away my mom it still feels unreal.She was completely fine one year and then gone the next.....And the cruelty of this disease having to watch her lose her movement & slowly become imprisoned in her body while her mind was completely fine....still haunts me to this day. We would always dread the coming months cause we knew with every passing day she was losing function of a new body part. Words can't describe my hatred for this terrible disease. I pray everyday more funding goes to finding a cure for it. My heart is with him & his family & anyone else going through it.
Faith.. I’m so sorry for your loss. 😢 thank you for sharing your story..❤
I lost my mom to ALS in 2011. She was very strong and fought it for 3 years. It started with weakness in one of her legs. I wish some of all the fund raising would go for nursing care for the victims of the disease. Because you will eventually need 24 hours care. It is just a horrible disease.
@Joni-l9d thank you for reading & your kind words 🩷
@@nailpolish1493 My condolences for your precious momma! Nobody stronger than an ALS fighter! And I absolutely agree! If my mom didn't have Medicaid I genuinely don't know what we would have done. Even with the help of that it was still hard to get approved for all the things she needed. She had to have a feeding tube,a cpap machine to help her breathe at night, the ipad that you control with your eyes so she could communicate when the disease would enevidbly get worse,wheelchair,and also a machine that would help her cough bc she couldn't even cough on her own and there towards the end she caught COVID on top of it....just horrible. I'm still tramatized from what I seen this disease do to her. Like you said more money needs to go to increasing the comfort of the people living with it & finding a cure. Even the ALS specialists we talked to said how severely underfunded it is compared to other diseases :(
I lost my mother last July. She decided to remove the ventilator…she did it on her terms. You explained it SO well. Only we can understand this. There is nothing on this earth like ALS.
I hate how unfair life can be! This right here goes to it is so important to live in the moment and be thankful for it and I hate how moments like this is what reminds people. I absolutely hate this for Eric and his family; my thoughts and prayers are with everyone! 🙏🏼
Right. His life has been SO UNFAIR. Dude has had more opportunities to live a full life than the common man three times over.
Juliana, hope you have a better day, keep on hanging in there with your cancer of the soul and heart sending you ❤️
@@BBBarbarian-u5q I will send you a nice fart. It is a proud flatus! 😘
A heart breaking diagnosis. I can’t imagine the feeling when you hear these words. 😔
I lost the love of my life to ALS in 1985 when he was 45. it started with his speech within months he couldn't walk without assistance then he couldn't talk..he fought hard but after 3.5 years he lost the battle..my heart breaks for what this man and his family are facing
3.5 years is long in this disease. Our friend im his 40's only lasted 14 mos😢 Sorry for your Loss.
So sorry Karen 😢
I was also diagnosed with als in April. Its devastation is unbelievable. I lose a piece of my life one day at a time. It started in my leg, I am awaiting a wheelchair next week. It’s stripped my dignity and taken so much more. I too chased many doctors for an answer.
I’m so sorry you’re going through this.
Sending you a warm hug full of prayers, I am so sorry, thank you for sharing how you feel🙏🥺
You are amazingly strong and I’m so sorry you’re going through this.❤🙏
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what about Neuralink?
Ugh heartbreaking. Sending him strength
I didnt even know about this until seeing this interview. This is heartbreaking and im sorry eric. You are an amazing man (and will always be so special to me as mark with lexie on greys anatomy). I love you and wish you the best of the time you have left, which can hopefully be a lot.❤
My heart goes out to him and his family. Love each other well.
I wish I could give him a hug and tell him that it is ok to cry and let everything out.
Thank goodness he has Rebecca
What a beautiful man inside and out. He is broken, i pray for healing
This is so absolutely awful. I clicked on this video and I don’t know what I was expecting but it wasn’t this. You can just see the heartbreak in him. I lost a piece of myself when he died in the show, but I think the world will die a little when he passes. It’s too real and it really puts everything into perspective. He’s a very brave man for trying his hardest for his daughters and even for work.
I loved that he and Rebecca got together. I am glad that she is there for him as he fights hard to be the best dad he can be. I pray for him and his family.
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May it not be the end of your story. Prayers for you!
There is no cure.
That's how ALS was with my brother. I'm so sorry. Courage to Mr. Dane and his loved ones.
Love to Eric and his family. I lost my wonderful husband to ALS 5 years ago when he had just turned 60. Thank you Eric for providing more awareness into this disease. Sending you love and light
No one should go through this. I loved him in Grey's anatomy ❤
My female cousin was diagnosed last October. It progressed super quickly and she passed just 2 1/2 months later. This disease is awful and I pray for all those involved in this man’s story. ❤
So sorry ❤
So sorry for your loss. This is, indeed, a devastating disease. I've learned alot about it following a IG account. The speed of its progression is shocking!
@@Melozia1Not always. I know two different people who have lived with it for years. Sometimes it's slow-progressing.
@@LA-o4xsome may argue that that’s worse.
I have tears watching this. His man has a disease that affects so many. It breaks my heart. My dad has Parkinson’s. It just brought his immortality (in my mind) to him being mortal. My heart hurts for those who have diseases like ALS and Parkinson’s.
Parkinson's is horrible. It took my artist uncle. And it's taking Linda Ronstadt's voice.
My dad has Parkinson’s too. Was diagnosed about two years ago. Thankfully not as fast-progressing as ALS but still very difficult to watch. Sending good vibes ❤
My husband had Parkinson’s and I lost him back in October. Parkinson’s and ALS are horrific diseases with no cure! I make donations to Parkinson’s in hoping there will be a cure soon. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
@@katymiles5682❤ to you too!
He's brave, humble and inspiring. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Praying for him We all have to pray🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼
Wishing him peace.
God bless him
Sending strength for this man. We have such a short life on earth no one deserves to suffer.
Just heartbreaking! May he continue with courage, strength, will and be able spend every minute of every day with those he loves the most. May they always stand by his side. My heart and prayers go out to Eric and all of those dealing with ALS. I can’t even imagine. 🙏🏻🌟
My heart hurts for you and your family. My husband had ALS, diagnosed at 26. We were just married and starting our in life. He was brave and hopeful. I know you will be the same. I will be keeping you, your girls and Rebecca in my prayers 🙏❤
@RosalieCarr-v9r wow 26 is so young😢
@@itsjustme7979he probably got the safe and effective 💉💉
Courage to you and your family
My mother battles, ALS and lost a battle after two years of being diagnosed. It’s a horrible debilitating disease, not only for the patient, but for the caretakers and the family I pray for our things.
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I’m so sorry ❤
I was just diagnosed with ALS myself. Took 8 months and many Dr's and tests before finally hearing the grim diagnoses. My progression is more advanced. I don't know what I'll do to stay afloat financially but my biggest fear is for my daughter. I'm the only parent she has
Sorry to hear that. I highly, HIGHLY recommend the work of Dr. Gabor Mate. This will sound insulting, but he's found a link between chronic disease -- including ALS -- and deeply suppressed anger and even rage. It's so suppressed that most people have no awareness they're carrying this load -- which stresses the immune system. He's written books, and has been interviewed many, many times. Much of that is on youtube.
Prayers for you
Prayers for you and your daughter. Rely on family and friends and ask for the help you need
@@DDumbrille This is interesting information because I have always said that stress and anger have a link with ALS. My husband has had ALS for 10 years and progressed rapidly within the first year. My husband had a lot of stress and repressed anger.
@@DDumbrillevery interesting . I’m anxious to know if there has been any slow down or reversal of the disease when /if the patient dealt with their suppressed anger ?!?!
praying for him and anyone affected by this awful disease. i wish i could give him a hug!
I’ve never seen an episode of Grey’s Anatomy…. I’ve only seen part of the sex tape Eric Dane made years ago with Rebecca Gayheart and another woman. Sadly, that’s the only association I have in my brain when I see him. I guess I should watch the TV show. But I also have lost friends to ALS - one very recently - and it’s awful. I really hope a cure is discovered soon. Very tragic for him and his loved ones.
@@calisongbirdsicko have some respect
@realtk-q5p I’m not the one who made the sex tape, genius, Dane and Gayheart did. So maybe they’re the “sickos”?
@realtk-q5p How am I being disrespectful? I’m not the one who made the sex tape, genius. They’re the “sickos,” I guess.
@realtk-q5p Just because someone is diagnosed with a serious illness doesn’t automatically qualify them for sainthood. He showed his bits and pieces to the whole world on that video. Google it if you doubt me.
My heart breaks for him and his family. He is amazing for gathering the courage and strength to speak openly and show vulnerability to help spread awareness.
Wow, he is such a lovely person. You can tell. Kind and brave soul to be so open about his diagnosis.
Courageous is an understatement. Holding my breath as he speaks.
Praying for you Eric 🙏
My grandmother had ALS. I can imagine what you are going through, by seeing what my grandmother went through. God bless you sir.
I'm heartbroken for Eric and his family! I pray he beats the odds and more importantly for a cure! Many hugs to you Eric!❤
Brave and generous of spirit to share your fight Eric. 🕊️ Peace
Praying for him and his family. Hold tight to your faith. I am sorry for your loss of your father so young. My son died 3 1/2 years ago in same manner. He has 2 daughters. You are vibrant. Keep fighting the good fight.
Did your son get the safe and effective 💉💉💉
Mr. Dane, thank you for sharing your journey.
Sending love your way 💗
My heart is broken for him, as well as others who battle this horrific disease. I heard it in his voice. 😢prayers
Eric is so brave to share. Praying for him and his family 🙏🏽.
This is one of the worst diseases to go through. It completely rips away your humanity while trapped in a body that disintegrates. Meanwhile your mind can witness this horrific decline to the end of your life. So so sad. Prayers that this disease gets more attention to find answers.
I am so sorry for anyone suffering this fate. To their family as well, my heart breaks for them.
Praying for him and his family. This must be so hard for all of them
I'm so sorry. My sister received that retching news ten years ago. All the best to you and those that love you!
My grandfather died of ALS. It is frustrating that more research isn't being done on this horrible disease. It is great that Eric has a support system. Hopefully he can bring more attention to this disease and help to generate more funding to find a cure.
Waiting 9 months for a diagnosis is absolutely heartbreaking. I'm so sorry, Eric. Stay strong! We are all rooting for you! We are rooting for anyone going through this horrific disease.
God bless him and his family and all who are suffering. Heart breaking.
This is heartbreaking. I commend him for opening up and sharing his story. Praying for him, his family and everyone who is battling this terrible disease 😢🙏
Thank you for sharing your experience with ALS. I lost my husband last year to ALS and he wouldn’t watch these, but it helped me understand the path this disease was going to take.
God Bless Him. My cousin passed from it and I remember how pitiful he was….and he knew everything that was going on. It’s a very cruel disease.
Heartbreaking situation for Eric and his family. These are the moments where you cherish what is truly important to you.
I am always amazed by how much pain some of us have to go through on earth. Just when you're down on your life, you hear someone else's story like this, and it helps prayers to all❤
So very well said, as someone dealing with very heavy grief, mourning, over my beloved adopted mom, father, etc…😢🥺😢 As I am in a personal heavily dark painful place in my life on this questionable uncertain journey. Especially as a parentless/orphan whom had so much loss, trauma, pain, abandonment. 🙇🏽♂️💔🙇🏽♂️ I really deeply still, feel for Eric Dane amongst others, struggling as well.🥺😔🥺
Diane thank you for asking that anger question it is so important. There is a lot of misplaced anger in people dealing with ALS and a lot of patience is required by their caregivers.
That’s so sad! I’m sure this wasn’t easy to do, having a spotlight on him in this difficult time, it shows strength! I’m thankful that he is talking about it and showing a light on this awful disease.
My heart breaks for him and all others with this diagnosis
May God hold your hand through all of this.
Oh how awful! My mom had ALS. It was agonizing to witness. I have PTSD from having to watch her slowly lose all motor functions and turn into stone. It’s been 15 years since she passed. This has me sobbing! My heart goes out to him and his family, and anyone else affected by this horrific disease.
I understand and suffer the same trauma...it's been 5 years since it took my Dad...sending you a hug
@@Patman-x7oI’m so sorry you went through this, as well. Hugs to you ❤
And right back to you!
I’m so very sorry. If you are able to find a therapist who specializes in EMDR therapy it is incredibly helpful for those suffering with PTSD. Sending hugs ❤
I’m so sorry you had to go through that.
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This video and these comments 😢😢😢 so many affected by this awful disease. Praying for him and all who are and have been hit with this diagnosis. Watched my friend lose her dad to this horrible disease. Many prayers for all ❤❤
This interview brought me to tears. He’ll forever be my Dr. Mcsteamy. It took a lot of courage for him to tell his story. One of my doctors was actually diagnosed with ALS and died within two years of the diagnosis. It was very sad just like it’s very sad to watch the interview. My prayers are with him and his family right now. I wish they’d find a cure for this disease.
So sad. What a warrior he is. 😢.
I remember his acting role in The Last Ship. He was great! I really hope he makes videos for his daughters (if he hasn’t already done so) before he can’t speak as easily. Give them the advice he wished that he had when he was young. Tell them congratulations for their graduations. Happy birthdays. God bless him and his family