Grey's Anatomy' actor and Bay Area native Eric Dane died after battling ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

Eric Dane, beloved "Grey's Anatomy" star known as Dr. McSteamy, has died after battling ALS. The talented actor courageously fought Lou Gehrig's disease.

His representatives said Dane died from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, known also as Lou Gehrig’s disease, less than a year after he announced his diagnosis.

Eric Dane, star of Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria, died on Feb. 19 after a battle with ALS, his family confirmed. He was 53.

Eric Dane's health deteriorated quickly during his heartbreaking last days before dying at the age of 53 following his brave battle with ALS, RadarOnline. com can reveal.

Eric Dane — best known for playing Dr. Mark Sloan, the charismatic "McSteamy," on Grey's Anatomy — has died at the age of 53 following a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.

Eric Dane has died at the age of 53. According to People, the actor passed away Thursday. “With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon following a courageous battle with ALS,