Late actor Eric Dane’s girlfriend Janell Shirtcliff paid a heartfelt tribute on social media by sharing a series of intimate photos and videos. Posted shortly after the Grey’s Anatomy actor’s death, the montage captures personal moments from their relationship, offering a glimpse into the bond they shared.
The pictures of the couple posted by Shirtcliff on her Instagram Stories capture their time together, reflecting the connection she shared with Dane.
Known for her striking celebrity portraits of stars such as Post Malone and Dua Lipa, Shirtcliff shared candid, heartfelt moments with Eric Dane. Among the posts was a black-and-white image of him smiling broadly while getting a tattoo on his left arm. Another captured him in a white T-shirt and tan cowboy hat, standing beside a horse and effortlessly exuding charm.
Janell Shirtcliff’s tribute beautifully reflected the couple’s quiet intimacy and affection. In one photo, Eric Dane is seen kissing her head as they stand on a staircase, both dressed in matching loafers. A separate selfie shows him leaning gently against her shoulder, his eyes radiating warmth. She also posted a video of the two simply enjoying each other’s company and sharing a lighthearted moment together.
The tribute does not include a written statement from Shirtcliff, relying on the visual narrative of the shared images and videos. The posts serve as a personal commemoration of her relationship with the actor.
Shirtcliff’s tribute stands as a public acknowledgment of her bond with Dane.
Eric Dane died following a long struggle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Before his death, he had secretly recorded an interview in November 2025 for the Netflix series Famous Last Words, a project that remained confidential until it was released posthumously.
In his final interview, Dane shared a moving message dedicated to his teenage daughters. During the heartfelt discussion, the actor spoke directly to them, offering guidance to embrace life with enthusiasm while maintaining the strength and resilience needed to navigate its inevitable hurdles.
In the interview’s closing moments, Eric was left alone with the camera to deliver a final, intimate message to his daughters, 15-year-old Billie and 14-year-old Georgia. He shared, “Billie and Georgia, these words are for you. I tried. I stumbled sometimes, but I tried. Overall, we had a blast, didn’t we?”
Eric Dane and Janell Shirtcliff made their red-carpet debut together at the premiere of his series Countdown in June 2025. The appearance marked his first time on the red carpet since revealing his ALS diagnosis.
At the time, Dane was still legally married to Rebecca Gayheart, with whom he shared two daughters, Billie and Georgia. Gayheart had filed for divorce in February 2018 after 14 years of marriage, but in March 2025, amid Eric’s ongoing health struggle, she sought to dismiss the divorce petition.
