Russell Andrews, an actor known for his roles in Better Call Saul and Straight Outta Compton, has revealed he has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Three months after Eric Dane's death from ALS, Andrews discussed his condition, feeling supported by his partner and expressing his thoughts on it. The supportive community and the nonprofit ALS Network played a crucial role in his life post-diagnosis.
Actor Russell Andrews has revealed he has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and discussed his condition on CNN's The Story Is with Elex Michaelson on Saturday, May 16.
Andrews was supported by his fiancée, actress Erica Tazel, as he revealed the progressive neurodegenerative disorder three months after actor Eric Dane died from ALS. He mentioned symptoms like twitches and loss of mobility, initially thinking he had a stroke due to his condition during the COVID pandemic. Eric Dane, known for his role on Grey's Anatomy, was diagnosed with ALS in April 2025 and died shortly after
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