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Euphoria Actor Eric Dane Earns Posthumous Emmy Nod
8 Jul
Summary
- Eric Dane received a posthumous Emmy nomination five months after his passing.
- He was nominated for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series for Euphoria.
- Dane passed away at 53 after being diagnosed with ALS in 2025.
Five months after his passing, Euphoria actor Eric Dane has received a posthumous Emmy nomination. The recognition is for his role as Cal Jacobs in the Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series category. Dane died in February at the age of 53 after a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
He publicly shared his ALS diagnosis in 2025 and remarkably returned to film his scenes for Euphoria's third season within a single day. HBO expressed deep sadness over his loss, celebrating his talent and their collaboration on the acclaimed series.
The final season of Euphoria, which debuted in 2026 after a four-year hiatus, also featured other returning main cast members. Creator Sam Levinson stated that the season served as a tribute to Angus Cloud, Dane's co-star who died in 2023. The 2026 Emmy Awards ceremony is scheduled for September 14.
This nomination marks Dane's first Emmy nod, a notable achievement in a career that included significant roles in high-profile television projects. His performance in Euphoria's concluding season has been remembered following his tragic death.
