11.04.2025 14:41
Eric Dane, one of Hollywood's beloved actors, made a heartbreaking announcement to his fans, revealing that he has been diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis). The extraordinary battle against the disease waged for years by the famous physicist Stephen Hawking, who is a symbol for those fighting ALS, serves as a reminder of the seriousness of the challenges Eric Dane is now facing.
"Euphoria" and "Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane stated in an interview with People magazine that he has been diagnosed with ALS, saying, "I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this new process together." The 52-year-old actor, who indicated that he does not plan to take a break from his career despite his diagnosis, mentioned that he will participate in the new season filming of "Euphoria" next week. ALS, commonly known as Stephen Hawking's disease, is a nervous system disorder. This disease affects the nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain, progressively leading to a loss of muscle control. According to experts, although ALS is an incurable disease, early diagnosis can improve the quality of life.
THE REASON THEY DECIDED NOT TO DIVORCE HAS BEEN REVEALED
In recent weeks, a surprising development occurred in Hollywood. Eric Dane, the star of "Grey's Anatomy," and his famous actress wife Rebecca Gayheart unexpectedly announced that they had withdrawn their divorce case. The couple, who approached the court, expressed that they wished to dismiss the case and decided against the divorce. The truth behind this unexpected decision was revealed by Eric Dane's statement. About a month after the cancellation of the divorce process, the famous actor announced that he had been diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis). Dane mentioned that they are going through a challenging process and stated that his wife Rebecca Gayheart has been his biggest supporter during this time.
DIAGNOSED WITH ALS AT 21
Stephen Hawking was diagnosed with the incurable Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) disease at the age of 21 in the early 1960s. This disease, which gradually kills eighty percent of motor neurons, paralyzing the nervous system but leaving the brain's mental functions intact, condemned Hawking to live in a wheelchair. The famous scientist, having lost his voice since 1985, was able to communicate with people through a computer that converts his writings into speech, which was placed on his chair. Stephen Hawking, the renowned British scientist who fought against ALS for many years, passed away in 2018 at the age of 76.
WHAT IS ALS?
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, is a rare neurological disease group primarily caused by damage to the nerve cells responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movement. Voluntary muscles are responsible for actions such as chewing, walking, and speaking. ALS is progressive, and symptoms tend to worsen over time. Currently, there are no treatment options available to stop the progression of ALS or provide a complete cure, but research in this area continues.
Although ALS is a fatal disease, the life expectancy and progression of the disease after diagnosis depend on personal factors and the care provided. Early diagnosis and a holistic treatment plan play a significant role in improving the quality of life for patients. The rate of disease progression can vary significantly from patient to patient. While the average survival time for ALS patients is 3 to 5 years, many patients can live for 10 years or more.