Chyler Leigh released a statement to E! News following the death of her co-star Eric Dane:
“The last 48 hours have been devastating. I never thought I would be using the term ‘had or was,’ but here we are. And I hate it. Eric had a heart of gold. His humor and, especially, his laugh was infectious. He was a deeply intelligent man who could carry a philosophical conversation for hours even while we were on set. He was an amazing father and loved his girls FIERCELY. Incredibly passionate about his work and the causes he kept close to his heart. The Universe is undoubtedly holding Eric now just as I will continue to do within my heart forever.”