Eric Dane passed away on February 19, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones after a months-long battle with ALS. The news of his demise left the actor’s peers and fans shattered as they had been praying for his good health. Known for his role as ‘Mark (McSteamy) Sloan’ in the much-loved medical drama, Grey’s Anatomy, the actor has built a strong fanbase that has followed him throughout his career and his battle with the autoimmune disease.
While Eric Dane’s demise has left everyone shattered, it has also brought his personal life back into the limelight. From his divorce with his estranged wife, Rebecca Gayheart, being called off, to his relationship with filmmaker, Janell Shirtcliff, fans have had their eyes on everyone. As they mourn the loss of the much-loved star, let’s take a look at his relationship with Janell Shirtcliff and how it was affected by the cancellation of his divorce.
Eric Dane made his last red carpet appearance with his girlfriend, Janell Shirtcliff
