#FIRSTLOOK: “FAMOUS LAST WORDS” WITH ERIC DANE

When someone important dies, all you long for is just a little more time with them. Famous Last Words gives audiences around the world the opportunity to hear from a cultural icon after they’ve passed away. The intimate, in-depth interviews were recorded with the understanding that they were to be kept secret and only aired posthumously. Conducted by Emmy Award winner Brad Falchuk, the series presents an interview with the beloved Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria star Eric Dane, which was filmed last November.

Born on November 9, 1972, in San Francisco, California, Dane began his acting career in the early 1990s, and starred in a diverse series of television shows including Saved by the Bell, The Wonder Years, Roseanne, Married…. with Children, and Charmed. A few years later, a guest role in Grey’s Anatomy as the dashing bad boy of plastic surgery, Dr. Mark “McSteamy” Sloan, was such a fan sensation that he was written into the show as a leading man. His latest role was in the HBO TV series Euphoria where he played Cal Jacobs, whose life of secrecy was one that Dane said he related to.

In April 2025, Dane publicly announced that he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive neurological disease that affects muscle control. Despite the diagnosis, he expressed his intention to continue acting, and returned to the set of Euphoria for Season 3. Dane died on Feb. 19, 2026, leaving behind two daughters, Billie and Georgia, to whom he addressed his last words. He was 53.

The Famous Last Words docuseries began with the much-beloved ethologist and conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, who died on Oct. 1, 2025. Like Goodall’s interview, Dane’s was also conducted under an agreement that the episode would only be aired after his death. These episodes include an intimate moment when the subjects look into the camera and speak directly to viewers. Those final thoughts are presented unedited and in full.

This series of long-form interviews is based on the notable Danish TV format of the same name — Det Sidste Ord — and includes icons who have made indelible marks on society and culture. Each interview is conducted with extreme discretion — conversations so private that only the interviewee and interviewer are present. The session is recorded by remotely operated cameras and is then preserved. This ensures an intimacy of conversation and fidelity of reflection from some of the world’s greatest minds.

“Eric and I were the same age when we discussed his life and legacy, so the conversation felt uniquely moving and personal,” says Falchuk. “There was no self-pity in Eric. He refused to complain. He was brave, soulful, charming, joyful, grateful, and hilarious — and when he flashed that smile, he was undeniably still a leading man. His final words at the end of the episode are truly beautiful. I will miss him.”

Famous Last Words is executive produced by Falchuk and Mikkel Bondesen (through Brad Falchuk Teley-Vision banner), along with BSNA, a Banijay company, with David Goldberg and showrunner David Friedman.

Watch the second episode of Famous Last Words with Eric Dane on Netflix now

#FIRSTLOOK: NEW SERIES “COUNTDOWN” COMING TO PRIME VIDEO CANADA | NEW TRAILER

Prime Video announced the premiere date and released first-look images for its explosive new action series Countdown, created by Derek Haas (executive producer of One Chicago and FBI franchises). The series will debut exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide on Wednesday, June 25, with a three-episode premiere. New episodes will follow weekly, leading up to the season finale on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. The cast is led by Jensen Ackles (The Boys, Supernatural), Eric Dane (Grey’s Anatomy, Euphoria), and Jessica Camacho (The Flash, Watchmen). The series also stars Violett Beane (Death and Other Details), Elliot Knight (The Boys), and Uli Latukefu (Young Rock).

See the new Trailer:

When an officer with the Department of Homeland Security is murdered in broad daylight, LAPD detective Mark Meachum, portrayed by Ackles, is recruited to a secret task force, alongside undercover agents from all branches of law enforcement, to investigate. But the hunt for the killer soon uncovers a plot far more sinister than anyone could have imagined, kicking off a race against time to save a city of millions.

Countdown is created by showrunner and executive producer Derek Haas and produced by Amazon MGM Studios.

#SPOTTED: 2013 BELL MEDIA UPFRONTS UNVEIL FALL/MIDSEASON LINEUP

Bell Media unveiled their 2013 Fall/Midseason Lineup at Sony Centre for the Performing Arts today, bringing-in a number of familiar faces to ring-in the occasion.  Among the Stars in Toronto today were Eric Dane, Snooki, Shawn Ashmore, Meghan Ory, Katie Cassidy, Shemar Moore, A.J. Cook, Tate Donovan, Bethenny Frankel and several more.

Despite persistent rain, Fans still lined the Red Carpet to catch a glimpse of the Talent and many were more than accommodating despite less-than-ideal conditions, although Snooki left several Fans disappointed by rushing-in, bypassing  interviews.

See some of the names and faces from earlier today and the Shows announced:

Once Upon a Time: Now in its third season, the Fantasy-Drama Series shot in Vancouver, returns Sunday nights on CTV this Fall at 7:00 PM and present today was Ruby herself, Meghan Ory.

Hostages: Although only on short-order, this Drama Series starring Toni Collette, Dylan McDermott and Tate Donovan (pictured below) airs this Fall on CTV Mondays at 10:00 PM.

Arrow: Already proving a Hit, this Action-Adventure Series starring Toronto’s Stephen Amell returns a second Season this Fall on Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM on CTV. Katie Cassidy who stars as Laurel Lance, appeared today on behalf of the Series.

Bethenny: Daughter of Horse Racing Great Bobby Frankel and every bit a Business Magnate in her own right, Bethenny Frankel, gets her own Talk Show this Fall which airs daily at 2:00 PM on CTV.

The Following: Returning for a second season in 2014, the Psychological-Thriller Series starring Kevin Bacon was represented by Stars Valorie Curry and Toronto’s own Shawn Ashmore.

 

 

The Last Ship: After a Pandemic kills-off most of the World Population, the Crew of a Naval Destroyer is forced to face the realities of a new existence. Eric Dane who stars as Captain Tom Chandler in the Series was present today. The Series is set to air in 2014.

The Amazing Race Canada: After an extensive Talent Search, the Reality Series is set to debut this Fall on Sundays at 8:00 PM on CTV with Gold Medal-winning Olympian Jon Montgomery hosting.

Believe: J.J. Abrams produces this Fantasy Series about a gifted young Girl who has an unlikely pairing with a Prisoner and together they must fight off the evil elements that hunt her powers. CTV airs Sunday nights at 9:00 PM this Fall. Delroy Lindo who stars as Winter in the Series, appeared today.

The Goldbergs: One of this Season’s biggest potential Hits is the Family Comedy, The Goldbergs, which centers on a protective Matriarch, her Husband and three Children.  Sean Giambrone  (below) was among the Kids from the Cast who came to town.

Criminal Minds: The wildly-popular Crime Series returns again this Fall on Wednesday nights at 9:00 PM on CTV and appearing today were Shemar Moore (who comes for a second consecutive year) and Toronto’s own A.J. Cook.

 

See Moore with Fans below: 

Snooki & JWoww: The MTV Reality Series gets renewed for a third season and Snooki herself came to ring-in the occasion.

Several other exciting new Series were announced also today including Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Kirstie (starring Kirstie Alley), MasterChef Canada and several more. Read about it here.

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)