Overview
- The Open Field, a Penguin Random House imprint, announced Book of Days: A Memoir in Moments for publication in 2026, with no specific release date.
- The memoir highlights defining days including his first Grey’s Anatomy set day, the births of his daughters, his decision to get sober, and the day he learned he had ALS.
- Dane, 53, said he is writing to capture meaningful experiences and to help readers remember what it means to live with heart as he confronts the illness.
- Maria Shriver said the book aims to deepen public understanding of ALS and to guide compassionate support for those with neurological conditions.
- Recent work, including a guest role portraying a firefighter with ALS on NBC’s Brilliant Minds and continued advocacy, reflects his plan to keep acting.