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Eric Dane Cancels Gala Appearance Amid ALS Struggles

1/25/2026

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Actor Eric Dane canceled his appearance at the ALS Network's Champions for Cures and Care Gala on January 24 due to his ongoing ALS battle.
The ALS Network announced Aaron Lazar would accept the Advocate of the Year award on Dane's behalf.
Dane delivered a pre-taped message expressing gratitude for the honor, underscoring ALS advocacy, and noting he has lost function in his right arm and relies on his family.

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Actor Eric Dane canceled his appearance at the ALS Network's Champions for Cures and Care Gala on January 24 due to his ongoing ALS battle.
The ALS Network announced Aaron Lazar would accept the Advocate of the Year award on Dane's behalf.
Dane delivered a pre-taped message expressing gratitude for the honor, underscoring ALS advocacy, and noting he has lost function in his right arm and relies on his family.