Eric Dane made headlines earlier this week when he was seen on a date with photographer and director Janell Shirtcliff at the Chateau Marmont on Tuesday, June 17. There was some curiosity about their relationship, and they have been together for longer than fans may have realized. Now, they have attended their first red carpet event, and they looked absolutely gorgeous!
Eric Dane & GF Janell Shirtcliff Make Their Red Carpet Debut
“The two have been in an on-and-off relationship for over three years and care deeply for each other. Eric asked Janell to be there for him during this time, and she wanted to show up for him,” a source said, Entertainment Tonight reports.
“They’re extremely close and mean a great deal to one another,” the source said, Entertainment Tonight reports. They added, “Eric has been in such great spirits and is handling everything with such strength. He’s a true warrior.” They are referring to the “Grey’s Anatomy” star’s health, and he recently opened up about how he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Amid Dane’s diagnosis, he attended the “Countdown” premiere on June 18, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. Dane stars in the Amazon Prime Video series as Nathan Blythe. Shirtcliff joined him, and the event marked their red-carpet debut as a couple. They looked stunning!
The pair posed for several photos and were seen holding hands on the red carpet and staring into each other’s eyes lovingly. Dane was wearing white, while Shirtcliff opted for a bolder shade of maroon for her dress, which she paired with green heels and a matching green bag. She left her hair to fall loosely in waves.
Dane spoke about his feelings upon discovering he had ALS. “I will never forget those three letters,” the actor said in an interview on “Good Morning America” on June 16. “It’s on me the second I wake up. It’s not a dream.”
Who Is Eric Dane’s Girlfriend Janell Shirtcliff?
Shirtcliff is an interesting individual who has worked with A-list stars, including photographing Jenna Ortega, Dua Lipa, and Post Malone. She also directed and co-wrote a film, “Habit,” which starred Gavin Rossdale, with whom she appears to be close.
In an Instagram post from April 29, the director praised the Bush frontman for being a “dear friend, incredible father, fabulous chef, obviously amazing musician, and the list goes on.”
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Eric Dane & GF Janell Shirtcliff Look So Gorgeous Together [PHOTOS]