Inside the Super Complicated Euphoria Situation Between Eric Dane and His Ex
Rebecca Gayheart opens up about navigating ex-husband Eric Dane’s ALS diagnosis, describing it as deeply complicated on the Broad Ideas podcast; the Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria star revealed his condition earlier this year.
Eric Dane went public with his ALS diagnosis earlier this year, and since then both he and his ex, Rebecca Gayheart, have been pretty candid about what their family is dealing with. It is messy, it is emotional, and it is also surprisingly practical: co-parenting, figuring out what to say and when, and yes, making room for work. Dane is even heading back to Euphoria. Here is how they are navigating all of it.
Gayheart: it is complicated, and the kids come first
On the Broad Ideas podcast, Gayheart did not sugarcoat anything. She said this chapter is 'super complicated' for her and admitted she is not always sure if she is handling it the right way. Her priority is making sure their daughters are supported and have real time with their dad. The goal, as she put it, is to keep the family connection intact while they go through something none of them asked for.
Dane: Rebecca is the person I lean on
'I call Rebecca. I talk to her every day... she is probably my biggest champion and my most stalwart supporter, and I lean on her.'
That is Dane on Good Morning America, where he also said they have become better friends and better parents through all this. For context: they married in 2004, share two daughters, and filed for divorce in 2018. Earlier this year, Gayheart moved to dismiss the divorce, which certainly reads like a shift toward unity as they handle his health issues together.
Gayheart also talked about the mindset she is trying to model at home: no matter what, he is their family and their father, and they show up with as much dignity and grace as they can manage. It is straightforward, and it is also the hard part.
Yes, he is returning to Euphoria
Dane, who revealed his ALS diagnosis in March 2025, says he is going back to play Cal Jacobs in Euphoria season 3. He told People he feels lucky to be able to keep working and is heading back to set next week. He also asked for privacy for his family as they navigate this, and said he is grateful to have them by his side.
Production on season 3 is reportedly nearing the finish line. The current expectation is a 2026 premiere, though HBO has not announced an official date. Euphoria is available to stream on HBO Max.
Quick timeline
- 2004: Eric Dane and Rebecca Gayheart get married.
- 2018: They file for divorce.
- Earlier this year: Gayheart files to dismiss the divorce.
- March 2025: Dane reveals his ALS diagnosis.
- Now: He says he is returning to Euphoria season 3, heading back to set next week.
- Looking ahead: Season 3 is reportedly wrapping; fans are eyeing a 2026 release, pending HBO confirmation.
It is a lot to juggle, and none of it is neat. But between the co-parenting, the honesty about how tough it is, and the plan to keep working, you can see how they are trying to steer through it together.