Eric Dane passed away on February 19, 2026, at age 53 after battling ALS. The following day, Rebecca Gayheart was seen leaving his Los Angeles home but did not make a public statement. Instead, she shared a series of heartfelt Instagram Stories featuring memories of Eric with their daughters, Billie and Georgia. The photos — birthdays, holidays, simple family moments — highlighted him not as a celebrity, but as a devoted father. A GoFundMe was also launched to support their daughters, while Eric’s girlfriend, Janell Shirtcliff, honored him by posting her own personal photos of their time together.

Rebecca and Eric’s relationship had long been complex. Though she filed for divorce in 2018 after years of marriage, the divorce was never finalized, and they remained close friends and committed co-parents. Even after separating and dating other people, Rebecca described their bond as “familial love.” When Eric was diagnosed with ALS, she became one of his strongest supporters, standing by him through his illness. In the end, both women chose to honor him quietly through memories, showing the many sides of a man who was deeply loved beyond the spotlight.