India, Feb. 20 -- Eric Dane, known for roles in Grey's Anatomy and Euphoria, died at 53. His demise comes 10 months after he announced the amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) diagnosis.

His death was confirmed to People in a statement from the actor's family. "With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon," the statement read.

It noted that Dane, who had wowed audiences playing Dr. Mark Sloan - a.k.a. McSteamy on Grey's Anatomy had passed after his struggles with ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease.

"He spent his final days surrounded by dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the center of his world. Throughout his journey with ALS, Eric became a passionate advoca...