Overview

• Photos published this week show the 52-year-old actor at a Washington, D.C., airport in a wheelchair, appearing weakened and being assisted through the terminal.
• Reporters noted his slowed, strained speech, and he told a photographer, “Keep the faith, man,” in response to a question for fans.
• A clip posted on Rep. Eric Swalwell’s profile features Dane urging support for prolonging expedited access to ALS therapies, with the congressman pledging to help.
• Dane previously revealed in June that only one arm remained functional and he canceled a planned Emmy appearance on September 14 due to health concerns.
• His wife Rebecca Gayheart and their daughters are publicly supporting him after the couple paused divorce proceedings as he continues public advocacy for research and treatment access.