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Eric Dane Reveals One Functioning Arm as ALS Progresses

He spoke to Diane Sawyer on Good Morning America about losing use of his right arm, anticipating that his left arm will fail in coming months.

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Overview

  • Dane first noticed weakness in his right hand more than a year ago and underwent nine months of testing before receiving an ALS diagnosis in April 2025.
  • He expressed worry about declining leg strength and acknowledged that ALS could compromise his mobility beyond his arms.
  • During a snorkeling trip, his 13-year-old daughter rescued him after he realized he could not swim because of his weakened state.
  • Dane said his wife, Rebecca Gayheart, has become his biggest supporter and that their bond has grown stronger through this ordeal.
  • Despite his prognosis, he plans to return to the set of Euphoria Season 3 and will star in the Prime Video series Countdown, which premieres June 25.