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McSteamy's Farewell: A Heartfelt Grey's Anatomy Tribute
27 Feb
Summary
- Eric Dane's six-season run as Dr. Mark Sloan was celebrated.
- The tribute featured memorable speeches about love and self-worth.
- Dane died on February 17 after a battle with ALS.
The February 26 episode of "Grey's Anatomy" featured a poignant tribute to actor Eric Dane, who passed away on February 17. The emotional segment celebrated Dane's six-season tenure on the show as the beloved character Dr. Mark Sloan. It highlighted key moments from his time as "McSteamy," including his introduction, the formation of the "plastics posse," his journey into fatherhood, and his tragic romance with Lexie Grey.
The tribute also included excerpts from Mark Sloan's impactful speeches on plastic surgery and the importance of expressing love, even in the face of fear. The montage culminated with a message from Dane's final appearance on a purgatory beach in 2021, delivering a line now imbued with profound significance after his passing.
Eric Dane died on February 17, following a "courageous battle with ALS," as stated by his representatives. He spent his final days with close friends and family, including his wife and daughters, Billie and Georgia. The actor, who was promoted to series regular in Season 3, remained with the show until his character's death in Season 9.
