Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 20, 2025 · Entertainment

Eric Dane's New Romance Shocks Alleged Girlfriend Amid ALS Battle

Eric Dane's alleged girlfriend Priya Jain has been left 'blindsided' after the actor made his carpet debut with a new romance this week in Los Angeles; Jain seen in May in France

BOMBSHELL! Eric Dane's Secret Romance Exposed: Actress Priya Jain Left "Blindsided" After Actor's Red-Carpet Debut with New Beau

In a shocking turn of events, Euphoria actor Eric Dane has left his alleged girlfriend, actress Priya Jain, reeling after he made his carpet debut with new romance Janell Shirtcliff at the premiere of his latest Amazon Prime Video series Countdown. The 52-year-old actor, who stunned fans by revealing his ALS diagnosis in April, flashed a cheerful smile as he posed for a brief photo session and cozied up with Janell at the event.

But here's the kicker: Priya Jain was left "blindsided" - according to a source close to the situation - because Eric never broke up with her. Yep, you read that right! Despite being spotted together multiple times in recent months, including a date night at Chateau Marmont just days before his red-carpet appearance, Eric had allegedly been seeing Janell behind Priya's back.

The insider further stated that both Dane and Priya became 'exclusive' late last year and she was left 'devastated' following his health diagnosis - but still stayed by his side

The drama began when Eric and Priya first got together late last year, following his separation from estranged wife Rebecca Gayheart. The pair called off their divorce amid Eric's ALS battle, with Priya staying by his side despite the challenges he faced. In fact, she even kept some of her belongings at his home.

But things took a surprising turn when Eric was spotted on a date night with Janell at Chateau Marmont earlier this week - just days before his red-carpet debut with Shirtcliff. It seems Eric's new romance has been going strong for quite some time, with insiders revealing that the two have been "extremely close" and mean "a great deal to one another."

Meanwhile, Priya Jain was left devastated by Eric's sudden decision to move on with Janell. A source told TheScholarlyNote.com: "They never broke up. Priya thought they were still exclusive, but it seems Eric had other plans." Ouch!

'The two have been in an on-and-off relationship for over three years and care deeply for each other,' a source recently told Entertainment Tonight

The drama doesn't stop there. Eric and Priya have been together for over three years, according to a source close to the couple, who added that they are "very hopeful" about their future together. But with Eric's new romance on the horizon, it remains to be seen how this love triangle will play out.

In related news, Eric recently opened up about his battle with ALS, revealing that he has lost function of his dominant right arm and is now experiencing muscle weakness in his legs. Despite the challenges, Eric remains optimistic, telling Good Morning America's Diane Sawyer: "I'll assume the risk" - hinting at his willingness to try experimental treatments to slow down the progression of the disease.

As the drama unfolds, we can't help but wonder what's next for Eric, Priya, and Janell. Stay tuned for more updates on this juicy celebrity romance saga!

While walking the red carpet for his new police procedural on Wednesday, Eric remarked: 'I feel good,' during an interview with Variety; seen above in Grey's Anatomy

The shocking news comes a month after Eric and his estranged wife Rebecca Gayheart - with whom he shares daughters Billie, 15, and Georgia, 13 - called off their divorce; seen with children in 2024 in Hollywood

will fly to Germany and eat the head off a rattlesnake if [doctors] told me that that would help,' Eric told Good Morning America's Diane Sawyer. 'I'll assume the risk'; seen in 2022 in L.A.