Eric Dane‘s ex, Priya Jain, has the choicest words about the late actor.
The actor’s former partner, who claimed their split “blindsided” her, finally shared her thoughts about his death with the press, noting that she was still figuring everything out as the days went by.
Eric Dane and Priya Jain started dating towards the end of 2024 in an on-and-off relationship, a few months before he came out publicly with his ALS diagnosis, which ultimately led to his death in February.
Eric Dane’s Ex Is Glad The Actor’s Kids Will Keep His Memory Alive
The actor’s ex was asked a few questions about his death right outside The Abbey, a popular West Hollywood bar, on Friday, March 13th. Jain was with her pals, dressed in a black dress, her face full of makeup and a few smiles.
As she approached the premises, Jain was asked how she was holding up about a month after Dane lost the battle to ALS. She replied that she is still processing her emotions and trying to come to terms with his passing, but the good memories of her time with the actor have been soothing.
When asked if she was dating anyone currently, Jain replied that she was far from that, as she is “aggressively single” and not talking to anyone for the first time in a long time. On Dane’s legacy and life, Jain told TMZ she is glad Dane’s kids are there to keep his legacy alive, emphasizing that he was truly a great guy.
Priya Jain Donated $10,000 To The Late Actor’s GoFundMe
Dane’s friends and loved ones organized a GoFundMe right after his death to help his two teenage daughters find their feet and provide them with long-term stability in the coming years. The Blast reported that several Hollywood celebrities donated to the cause, and Jain was not listed as missing in the lineup.
The actress donated a whopping $10,000 to the fundraiser, ranking among the highest donors to the initiative. Dane’s GoFundMe received donations from about 4,000 people, raising $450,000 toward the $500,000 target.
The initial target was set at $250,000, but it was subsequently raised due to the massive influx of donations. Other celebrities, including Hailey Bieber and “Euphoria” creator Sam Levinson, donated $27,000 and $10,000, respectively.
Eric Dane Reiterated His Love For His Two Daughters In His Last Netflix Interview
The late TV star poured his heart out in a pre-recorded video, which Netflix released after his death and immediately went viral. Dane left heartfelt messages for his daughters, Billie and Georgia, reflecting on the fun times they had together.
The actor confessed that raising them and spending time with them was not all roses and peaches, but they found a way to make it work, and he tried his best. He recalled all the times they spent together on the beach, alongside their mom in Malibu, Santa Monica, Hawaii, and Mexico. Dane continued in the video that he struggled with self-doubt, and encouraged his girls never to feel the same way.
The actor left his daughters with valuable lessons about living in the present and never backing down from life’s challenges. Dane shared his hopes that his kids will remember him as a good father who loved them with all his heart. “Billie and Georgia, you are my heart. You are my everything. Good night. I love you. Those are my last words,” he concluded.
Priya Jain And The ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Reportedly Never Broke Up
Last June, The Blast shared that the “Not Without Hope” actress was taken by surprise when Dane showed up at the L.A. premiere of his series “Countdown” with Janell Shirtcliff. The sighting comes after Dane and Jain were reportedly sighted multiple times since they met in the summer of 2024.
They reportedly became exclusive as 2024 came to a close, and Jain often spent the night at his home, leaving behind tons of her clothes. According to a close source, Jain and Dane never broke up. However, another source claimed that the actor and Shirtcliff have been in a relationship for three years, often breaking up and reconciling.
The source added that they care deeply for each other, and Dane had asked Shirtcliff to be there for him at such a draining time in his life. Jain reportedly never knew about Shirtcliff’s existence until that red-carpet sighting, and then several reports surfaced about them going on dates.
Eric Dane’s Last Days Were Spent With Friends And Loved Ones
As the prolific actor edged closer to his final hours on earth, due to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, he was surrounded by the love of his “dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the center of his world.”
Dane reportedly became an advocate of ALS awareness and research throughout his journey with the disease, using each day as a means to make a difference for others fighting the same fate. Before his death, the actor revealed that he would be releasing a memoir featuring highlights from his life and career.
The memoir, titled “Books of Days: A Memoir in Moments,” was set to be published by Maria Shriver’s imprint, The Open Field. Dane stated that through the memoir, he hoped to capture the moments that shaped him, the beautiful days, and everything in between, which played cogent roles in helping him find meaning in life.