Laura Ann Tull has come forward with serious allegations against the late Eric Dane, just days after his passing. Dane, renowned for his portrayal of Dr. Mark Sloan on Grey’s Anatomy from 2006 to 2012, died on February 19, 2026, after reportedly battling ALS. While his death prompted many tributes, it also reignited discussions surrounding past controversies from his tenure on the show.
Tull, who served as a background actress on Grey’s Anatomy, took to social media to express her experiences with Dane, describing him as a “narcissist” and alleging that he engaged in bullying behavior toward her on set. She claimed that he mocked and mistreated her, particularly during her struggles with health issues. Tull asserted that his death does not mitigate the pain he caused her both professionally and personally.
In her social media posts, Tull stated that she had previously reached out to executives associated with the show, including Shonda Rhimes, the creator and executive producer. She believes her actions were instrumental in bringing attention to the issues she faced, which she claims contributed to Dane’s departure from the series.
Tull had voiced similar claims in a 2018 essay, where she revisited her experiences on the show and again specifically mentioned Dane. At the time of his exit in 2012, statements from the production framed it as a mutual decision related to storytelling, while Dane later indicated in interviews that he had felt he was let go due to production decisions.
As of now, neither Dane’s representatives nor executives from ABC have responded to Tull’s recent allegations. The ongoing conversation surrounding workplace behavior in Hollywood sheds light on the need for more supportive environments, with past incidents prompting discussions about accountability and change in the industry. This incident highlights the complexities of navigating fame, relationships, and the repercussions of behavior in a high-pressure environment like television production.