Scientists discover ‘death complex’ that could worsen Alzheimer’s — and how to fight it

Scientists discover ‘death complex’ that could worsen Alzheimer’s — and how to fight it

Scientists have long been racking their brains to crack the mechanism behind Alzheimer’s disease progression. They may have finally found a crucial clue. A research team from Heidelberg University in Germany recently uncovered a hidden “switch” that acts like a death trigger for brain cells and plays a key role in cognitive decline. The study … Read more

Eric Dane’s estranged wife Rebecca Gayheart enjoys makeout session with billionaire as actor battles ALS

Eric Dane’s estranged wife Rebecca Gayheart enjoys makeout session with billionaire as actor battles ALS

Rebecca Gayheart isn’t slowing down her love life – even as her estranged husband, Eric Dane, continues his devastating battle with ALS. The “Jawbreaker” actress, 54, was spotted locking lips with billionaire Hard Rock Café co-founder Peter Morton, 78, during a PDA-packed date night in Beverly Hills this week. Rebecca Gayheart was spotted with billionaire … Read more

Eric Dane gives heartbreaking update on ALS battle: ‘No reason to be in a good spirit’

Eric Dane gives heartbreaking update on ALS battle: ‘No reason to be in a good spirit’

Eric Dane is sharing everything about his ALS battle — including the emotional toll that the devastating diagnosis has taken on him. The “Euphoria” actor, 53, gave the latest update on his health during a virtual panel with I AM ALS on Tuesday. “I have no reason to be in a good spirit at any … Read more

How ‘Brilliant Minds’ team reacted to Eric Dane’s ‘emotional’ scene playing ALS patient

How ‘Brilliant Minds’ team reacted to Eric Dane’s ‘emotional’ scene playing ALS patient

Art imitated life during Eric Dane’s guest appearance on “Brilliant Minds.” The 53-year-old actor, who is battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), played a firefighter with the same disease during Monday’s episode of the NBC medical drama. The show’s creator, Michael Grassi, told USA Today that Dane filming the scene where his character, Matthew Rimati, comes … Read more

Rebecca Gayheart reveals living situation as ex Eric Dane battles ALS: ‘Super complicated’

Rebecca Gayheart reveals living situation as ex Eric Dane battles ALS: ‘Super complicated’

Eric Dane is relying on his estranged wife Rebecca Gayheart’s support as he battles ALS. During her appearance on Monday’s episode of the “Broad Ideas” podcast, Gayheart, 54, opened up about how she and her daughters, Billie, 15, and Georgia, 13, are navigating the “Grey’s Anatomy” alum’s serious health battle. “I’m definitely trying to show them that … Read more

Dear Abby: My brother is dying from ALS but his wife won’t let me stay in their house

Dear Abby: My brother is dying from ALS but his wife won’t let me stay in their house

DEAR ABBY: My brother has ALS and lives in another state. He has a wife and children. His wife has decided that when family visits from out of state, they need to stay in a hotel instead of their house because she does not have the capacity to host. I understand that it is stressful … Read more

Eric Dane to guest star as ALS patient on ‘Brilliant Minds’ after shocking diagnosis

Eric Dane to guest star as ALS patient on ‘Brilliant Minds’ after shocking diagnosis

Eric Dane is exploring his journey with ALS in a new TV role. The “Euphoria” star, who announced his diagnosis with the neurodegenerative disease earlier this year, is set to guest star as a patient with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in the NBC medical drama “Brilliant Minds” next month. Dane, 52, will appear in the ninth … Read more

Heartbreaking photos of Eric Dane, 52, emerge as he struggles to get into wheelchair amid ALS battle

Heartbreaking photos of Eric Dane, 52, emerge as he struggles to get into wheelchair amid ALS battle

Eric Dane has been spotted having to use a wheelchair to get around as his battle with ALS worsens. The former Grey’s Anatomy heartthrob, 52, was seen looking dejected as he made his way through Toronto airport, sporting a much thinner frame than usual. At one point, he had to be helped out of his vehicle by … Read more

Exclusive | Daughter pays tribute to mom who died from ALS — and helps others with grief in the process: ‘Trust in your own strength’

Exclusive | Daughter pays tribute to mom who died from ALS — and helps others with grief in the process: ‘Trust in your own strength’

This New Yorker is helping her mother’s spirit shine bright. Cynthia Yip began leaving sweet messages tied to tiny glass jars filled with origami stars around New York City to honor her mother and cope with the grief of her passing. Now she’s inspired people around the world to pay tribute to their dearly departed. … Read more

Eric Dane reveals scary fall, hospital visit was why he missed ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Emmys reunion

Eric Dane reveals scary fall, hospital visit was why he missed ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Emmys reunion

Paging Dr. Mark Sloan. Eric Dane has revealed why he was mysteriously absent from the 2025 Emmy Awards last month. The “Grey’s Anatomy” alum, who announced he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) back in April, explained that he lost his balance at home shortly before the ceremony and had split his head open. Eric … Read more

Eric Dane vows to ‘fight to the last breath’ after ALS diagnosis

Eric Dane vows to ‘fight to the last breath’ after ALS diagnosis

Eric Dane has vowed to “fight to the last breath” amid his battle with ALS. The “Euphoria” actor, 52, opened up about his health diagnosis during a meeting with US Rep. Frank Pallone (D-NJ) in Washington, D.C., as part of his work with the nonprofit organization I AM ALS. Dane was joined by members of the … Read more

Eric Dane’s wife Rebecca Gayheart calls his ALS diagnosis ‘heartbreaking’: ‘My girls are really suffering’

Eric Dane’s wife Rebecca Gayheart calls his ALS diagnosis ‘heartbreaking’: ‘My girls are really suffering’

Rebecca Gayheart is sharing how she and her family are doing amid husband Eric Dane’s ALS diagnosis. The “Beverly Hills, 90210” alum, 54, said she and the “Euphoria” star’s, 52, two daughters, Billie, 15, and Georgia, 13, are “taking it day by day.” “We have some professional therapists who are helping us, and we’re just trying … Read more

Eric Dane shows ALS signs in first sighting since missing ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Emmys 2025 tribute

Eric Dane shows ALS signs in first sighting since missing ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Emmys 2025 tribute

Eric Dane is focused on his health after his ALS diagnosis. Hours after missing out on his planned appearance at the 2025 Emmy Awards on Sunday, the 52-year-old “Euphoria” actor showed up in a video on Instagram to promote a new campaign to help find a cure for the disease. Eric Dane in the ALS … Read more

Emmys 2025 producer speaks out after Eric Dane drops out of show

Emmys 2025 producer speaks out after Eric Dane drops out of show

They’re addressing his absence.  During the 2025 Emmys on Sunday night, Eric Dane was scheduled to appear onstage for a “Grey’s Anatomy” tribute, alongside former co-star Jesse Williams, celebrating 20 years of the Shonda Rhimes medical drama.  However, Dane, 52, who revealed in April that he had been diagnosed with ALS, missed the appearance.  Eric … Read more

Eric Dane tears up over wife Rebecca Gayheart’s support amid ALS battle after their separation

Eric Dane tears up over wife Rebecca Gayheart’s support amid ALS battle after their separation

Eric Dane has never been more grateful for Rebecca Gayheart. The “Euphoria” actor, 52, gushed over his wife of 21 years as he opened up about his ALS diagnosis for the first time on “Good Morning America” Monday. “I talk to her every day,” Dane said about Gayheart, 53, while tearing up. “We have managed … Read more

Eric Dane reveals he has ‘one functioning arm,’ daughter had to rescue him from drowning due to ALS diagnosis

Eric Dane reveals he has ‘one functioning arm,’ daughter had to rescue him from drowning due to ALS diagnosis

Eric Dane is revealing the devastating effects of his ALS diagnosis. The “Grey’s Anatomy” alum, 52, spoke about his health battle on “Good Morning America” Monday in his first interview since his diagnosis, telling Diane Sawyer that he now has only “one functioning arm.” “My left side is functioning, my right side has completely stopped … Read more

Eric Dane tears up while giving emotional update on ALS battle: Not ‘the end of me’

Eric Dane tears up while giving emotional update on ALS battle: Not ‘the end of me’

Eric Dane got emotional in his first interview since revealing his health battle. Two months after announcing he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), the actor, 52, revealed how he’s coping in an upcoming interview with “Good Morning America.” Sitting down with Diane Sawyer, the “Grey’s Anatomy” star choked up while discussing his struggle … Read more

Brain implant from Elon Musk’s compnay helps father with ALS type messages with his brain

Brain implant from Elon Musk’s compnay helps father with ALS type messages with his brain

Brad Smith, an Arizona husband and father with ALS, has become the third person to receive Neuralink, the brain implant made by Elon Musk’s company. He is also the first ALS patient and the first non-verbal person to receive the implant, he shared in a post on X on Sunday. “I am typing this with my brain. … Read more

The viral ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’ is back — this time, to raise awareness for a new chilling cause

The viral ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’ is back — this time, to raise awareness for a new chilling cause

The Ice Bucket Challenge is back! In 2014, Americans were asked to pour buckets of ice water on themselves and post the video to social media in order to raise awareness for ALS, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis — commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. And they did — everyone from high schoolers to celebrities like Taylor Swift … Read more

Rebecca Gayheart clarifies Eric Dane marriage status as he reveals ALS battle

Rebecca Gayheart clarifies Eric Dane marriage status as he reveals ALS battle

In the 90210, Rebecca Gayheart and Eric Dane are happier together. The actress, 53, opened up about her marriage to Eric Dane after filing to dismiss their 2018 divorce in March. The couple, who share kids Billie, 15, and Georgia, 13, tied the knot in 2004 before separating 15 years later. Rebecca Gayheart with her … Read more