Patrick Dempsey, famed for his role as Derek Shepherd in 'Grey's Anatomy', shared heartfelt reflections on his late friend Eric Dane during an interview shortly after Dane's passing. Both actors not only portrayed best friends on-screen but maintained a deep friendship in real life, staying in touch regularly, especially during Dane's battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Dempsey expressed his sorrow over Dane's death and the impact it has on Dane's family, particularly his daughters.

The interview took place on 'The Chris Evans Breakfast Show', where Dempsey found it difficult to articulate his feelings regarding the loss of Dane, who died at the age of 53. He recounted his last conversations with Dane, which occurred just a week prior to his passing, indicating the closeness they had maintained despite the challenging circumstances. Dempsey emphasized that he felt immense sadness for Dane's family and the heartache they must endure.

Dempsey's comments shed light on the personal struggle faced by both actors - not only in their professional lives but in dealing with the realities of health crises and loss. The friendship between Dempsey and Dane serves as a poignant reminder of the bond forged in their roles on the show, as well as the true emotional connections that can develop off-screen, especially during difficult times.