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Eric Dane Joins ‘Brilliant Minds’ as Firefighter With ALS in Nov. 24 Episode

The casting mirrors his disclosure, reinforcing his push for ALS research and broader trial access.

Overview

  • NBC confirmed Dane will appear in Season 2, Episode 9 as Matthew, a firefighter who struggles to share his ALS diagnosis with his family.
  • The network and studio released on-set photos showing Dane with series lead Zachary Quinto, who plays neurologist Dr. Oliver Wolf.
  • The episode is scheduled to air Nov. 24 on NBC, with next-day streaming on Peacock, according to the show’s publicity and trade reports.
  • Dane disclosed his ALS diagnosis in April and has continued working, including on HBO’s Euphoria, though he missed a planned Emmys appearance after a fall and hospitalization.
  • He has been meeting with lawmakers alongside I AM ALS to press for research funding and ACT for ALS action, emphasizing faster diagnoses and broader clinical-trial access.