American actor Eric Dane gained recognition for his roles on various television shows throughout the 1990s and 2000s. He is best known for his recurring character, Jason Dean, on Charmed. Dane later landed the role of Dr. Mark Sloan on the popular ABC medical drama, Grey’s Anatomy. He also made appearances in notable films like Marley & Me (2008), Valentine’s Day (2010), and Burlesque (2010).
Eric Dane Profile Details
Full name: Eric William Dane
Date of birth: November 9, 1972
Age: 52 years (2024)
Gender: Male
Zodiac sign: Scorpio
Place of birth: San Francisco, California, U.S.
Occupation: Actor
Marital status: Divorced
Ex-wife: Rebecca Gayheart
Children: 2
Early Life
Eric Dane was born in San Francisco, California on November 9, 1972. Tragically, when Dane was only seven years old, his father William was killed by a gunshot. Following their father’s death, Dane and his younger brother were brought up by their mother in the Jewish tradition and both underwent bar mitzvah ceremonies.
During his teenage years, Dane attended both Sequoia High School and San Mateo High School. While in high school, he was a member of the varsity water polo team. After participating in a school production of “All My Sons,” Dane decided to pursue acting as a career.
Career
In the early 90s, Eric Dane launched his professional acting career on television. He made his debut in a 1991 episode of the popular sitcom “Saved by the Bell.” After this, he went on to appear in episodes of “Renegade,” “The Wonder Years,” and “Married… with Children.”
He then starred in two television movies: “Serving in Silence: The Margarethe Cammermeyer Story” in 1995 and “Seduced by Madness: The Diane Borchardt Story” in 1996. In the same year, he also had roles in episodes of the crime drama “Silk Stalkings” and the sitcom “Roseanne.”
He started as Dr. Mark Sloan on the TV series “Grey’s Anatomy” in 2006. He was first a guest character but became a main character in season three due to his popularity with viewers. He played Dr. Sloan until season nine when the character died in an accident. He returned for a guest appearance in season 17 in 2021.
Eric Dane portrayed the lead character, Tom Chandler, on the TNT drama series “The Last Ship” from 2014 to 2018. The show, which was loosely inspired by William Brinkley’s novel of the same name, revolved around a US Navy destroyer on a mission to find a cure for a worldwide viral outbreak.
Eric Dane had another lead role in the Canadian miniseries “The Fixer” with Kathleen Robertson in 2015. In 2019, he starred in the HBO teen drama series “Euphoria.” The show follows high school students dealing with love, sex, friendship, drugs, and identity. Dane plays Cal Jacobs, the strict father of Nate (Jacob Elordi).
Dane made his film debut in the 2000 drama “The Basket.” He later had a small role in the romantic comedy “Sol Goode.” In 2005, he appeared in the action horror comedy “Feast” with Balthazar Getty.
The next year, he played Multiple Man in “X-Men: The Last Stand” and starred in the thriller “Open Water 2: Adrift.” In 2008, Dane starred in the comedy-drama “Marley & Me” with Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston.
Eric Dane starred in two major films in 2010: the romantic comedy “Valentine’s Day” and the musical “Burlesque.” After a seven-year break, he returned in 2017 with “Grey Lady,” playing a Boston detective uncovering family secrets. His next role was in the 2021 film “The Ravine.” He has since appeared in “Redeeming Love” and “American Carnage.”
Personal Life
Eric Dane and actress-model Rebecca Gayheart tied the knot in late 2004 and had two daughters together. However, they split in 2018 due to unresolvable disagreements. The couple gained attention when a sex tape involving them and ex-beauty queen Kari Ann Peniche was leaked to the public.
Net Worth
Eric Dane, a well-known American actor, has a net worth of $7 million. He gained recognition for his performances on popular TV shows like “Grey’s Anatomy,” “The Last Ship,” and “Euphoria.”
Additionally, he had a notable recurring part in the fantasy series “Charmed” from 2003 to 2004. Dane has also showcased his talents on the big screen, appearing in movies like “X-Men: The Last Stand,” “Marley & Me,” “Burlesque,” and “Redeeming Love.”
