Eric Dane Makes Emotional Acting Appearance Since ALS Diagnosis

The Euphoria star recently made a poignant acting appearance on NBC’s Brilliant Minds, marking his first role since revealing his battle with ALS.

Dane portrayed a firefighter named Matthew who had been diagnosed with ALS in the November 24 episode. In a heart-wrenching scene with his character’s doctor, Matthew bravely admitted, “Nobody survives this. We both know that, and I know how to take care of my family,” as his ex-wife and daughter watched on.

The emotional performance moved the cast and crew to tears, resulting in a 10-minute standing ovation for Dane. Show creator Michael Grassi described the reaction as unprecedented in his career, praising Dane for his authenticity and vulnerability in portraying the challenging role.

In an interview, Grassi emphasized the importance of Dane’s decision to share his personal struggle with ALS through his character, highlighting the bravery and awareness that such storytelling can bring to audiences.

This powerful portrayal not only showcases Dane’s talent as an actor but also serves as a reminder of the strength and resilience individuals facing ALS demonstrate every day.