"Grey's Anatomy" actor Eric Dane said he's privileged to have financial stability amid his battle with ALS, but warned that other families are not.

DEAR ERIC: I have two friends who can’t hear very well. One of them had hearing aids but returned them. The other one has them but won’t wear them.

Despite his age and physical struggles, his willingness to play through pain during Madrid’s defensive injury crisis last season earned him immense respect.