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Grey's Anatomy Pays Tearful Tribute to Eric Dane with "McSteamy" Montage

Grey's Anatomy dedicated its latest episode to honoring the late actor Eric Dane with a special video montage. The tribute, set to the song "Chasing Cars," featured memorable scenes from his time as Dr. Mark "McSteamy" Sloan. It included pivotal moments from his character's arc, such as meeting Callie and becoming a father. The montage also featured his 2021 return in Meredith Grey's dream sequences and his character's poignant final speech.

Key Points: Grey's Anatomy Honors Eric Dane with Emotional Tribute Video

  • Special video montage for Eric Dane
  • Set to "Chasing Cars" ballad
  • Featured iconic Mark Sloan moments
  • Included final beach scene return
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Grey Anatomy's makers pays tribute to Eric Dane with special video montage

Grey's Anatomy airs a special video montage set to "Chasing Cars" to honor the late Eric Dane and his iconic character Mark Sloan.

"If you love someone, you tell them, even if you're scared... - Mark Sloan"

Washington DC, February 27

In Grey Anatomy's first episode since alum Eric Dane's demise at the age of 53, the show remembered its former cast member with a special video montage, reported Deadline.

The episode aired at the end of the episode and was set to Tommee Profitt and Fleurie's haunting ballad Chasing Cars, which featured some of Dane's most memorable moments as Mark Sloan aka "McSteamy."

The video included the infamous hotel room scene that put the nail in the coffin of Derek's (Patrick Dempsey) and Addison's (Kate Walsh) marriage, Derek's uncomfortable elevator ride with his past and present significant others, hilariously interrupted by Mark, as well as Mark meeting Callie (Sara Ramirez), becoming a dad and walking her down the aisle.

Introduced as a guest star in Season 2, the actor Dane became a series regular the following season. He remained on the show until Season 9, Episode 2, when Mark died from the injuries he sustained in the Season 8 finale plane crash that also claimed the life of his on-and-off-love interest Lexie (Chyler Leigh).

Lexie also is in the tribute video, which includes a line from Mark's poignant speech to Jackson shortly before his death: "If you love someone, you tell them, even if you're scared that it's not the right thing, even if you're scared that it will burn your life to the ground, you say it you say it loud."

The tribute ends with Dane's return to Grey's pandemic-themed 2020-21 season as part of the beach-themed dream sequences of Covid-stricken Meredith Grey (Ellen Pompeo) while she was in a coma. Along with Lexie, Mark urges Meredith to choose life, as reported by Deadline.

Dane passed away on February 19, 2026, following what his family described as a rapid 10-month battle with ALS.

In a statement, they said he spent his final days surrounded by loved ones and became a passionate advocate for ALS awareness and research during his illness.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Very moving. I remember the plane crash episode vividly – it was shocking television. His character's journey from a cocky surgeon to a loving father was so well portrayed. It's good the show paid respects. May his soul rest in peace.
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Aman W
While the tribute is touching, I sometimes feel these American shows get disproportionate attention in our media. We have brilliant actors and impactful stories in Indian television and cinema that deserve such heartfelt remembrance when the time comes. Just a thought.
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Sarah B
That line from his speech – "If you love someone, you tell them..." – is so powerful and true. It hits differently now. A great actor gone too soon. His advocacy for ALS research in his final months is truly admirable.
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Vikram M
Grey's Anatomy has been a constant through college and now work life. Mark and Lexie's story was one of the best. The beach dream sequences during the pandemic season were beautifully done. A fitting farewell to the actor. Om Shanti.
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Kavya N
53 is no age to go. It's a reminder to cherish life. Many of us in India followed Grey's Anatomy passionately, it felt like a window to a different world. His performance was always top-notch. Sad news.

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