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Johnny Depp Hosted Eric Dane in His LA Home During Final ALS Battle

In a compassionate gesture, Johnny Depp provided fellow actor Eric Dane with a place to stay at one of his Los Angeles properties at no cost as Dane's health declined from ALS. Dane's former co-star Patrick Dempsey described the severe progression of the disease, which affected his speech and mobility. Throughout his illness, Dane remained close to his ex-wife Rebecca Gayheart, who helped manage his intensive 24/7 nursing care. Gayheart expressed profound gratitude for the support network that rallied around them after Dane's diagnosis became public.

Key Points: Johnny Depp's Support for Eric Dane During ALS Fight

  • Depp offered home free of charge
  • Dane's condition deteriorated rapidly
  • Ex-wife detailed 24/7 care
  • Diagnosis prompted outpouring of support
  • Family and colleagues rallied around him
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Johnny Depp opened his LA home to Eric Dane during ALS battle

Johnny Depp offered his LA home to ailing actor Eric Dane. Learn about the support from friends and family during his battle with ALS.

"He was really starting to lose his ability to speak, he was bed-ridden and it was very hard for him to swallow. - Patrick Dempsey"

Washington, February 21

In a touching act of support during his battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, actor Johnny Depp opened one of his Los Angeles homes to fellow actor Eric Dane, allowing him to stay free of cost in the months leading up to his death on February 19.

Dane, best known for his role on 'Grey's Anatomy', had been fighting ALS, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that gradually weakens and atrophies muscles throughout the body.

According to E! News, the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' star welcomed Dane into one of his properties at no charge. The support came as Dane's health rapidly declined.

Speaking a day after his death, his friend and former 'Grey's Anatomy' co-star Patrick Dempsey described the severity of his condition.

"He was really starting to lose his ability to speak, he was bed-ridden and it was very hard for him to swallow," Dempsey shared in an interview, adding, "the quality of his life was deteriorating so rapidly," as quoted by E! News.

Throughout his illness, Dane remained close to his ex-wife Rebecca Gayheart, despite their separation in 2017. The pair share two daughters, Billie, 15, and Georgia, 14.

In an essay published in December 2025, Gayheart detailed the extent of care required in the final months of his life.

"Eric has 24/7 nurses now," she wrote in her social media post, explaining that the week was divided into 21 shifts, some of which she personally covered when staffing gaps arose.

Gayheart also acknowledged the outpouring of support from friends, family and colleagues after Dane went public with his diagnosis.

"It was so loving and kind and generous that people wanted to share their resources and their contacts and their experiences," she wrote.

She added that connecting with women navigating similar circumstances had been invaluable. "I am so grateful," she said.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Respect to Johnny Depp. In the middle of all his own legal battles, he still found the compassion to help a friend in need. This is the kind of real-life heroism we don't see enough of. ALS is a brutal disease, my heart goes out to Eric Dane's family, especially his young daughters.
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Aman W
While the gesture is noble, the article also highlights a sad reality. The ex-wife had to cover nursing shifts due to staffing gaps. In India, family often becomes the primary caregiver out of necessity, but proper palliative care infrastructure is crucial everywhere. This story is both kind and a reminder of systemic gaps.
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Sarah B
It's touching to see the ex-wife, Rebecca, stepping up like that. Even after separation, the family bond remains for the sake of the children. Reminds me of how Indian families, even extended ones, rally around during a health crisis. Strength in community.
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Karthik V
Stories like this put things in perspective. We get so caught up in celebrity gossip and scandals, but at the end of the day, it's these simple acts of kindness that define a person's character. More power to everyone who supported Eric Dane in his final days.
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Nisha Z
So sad to hear about his passing. ALS is devastating. The description of losing the ability to speak and swallow... it's heartbreaking. Glad he had a support system. Makes you appreciate your health and the people around you. Om Shanti.

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