Brave Eric Dane is courageously battling ALS , despite knowing his prognosis is grim, RadarOnline.com can reveal.

The Grey's Anatomy hunk, 52, known as McSteamy to his ardent fans, has been forced to face his own mortality ever since he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis – ALS – a rare and fatal degenerative disease. Article continues below advertisement

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"He's trying to figure out how he wants to enjoy life, how to be a beacon of hope and help others who are struggling," an insider said.

"He also wants to enjoy being with family and friends and actually take this time to live." Articl

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