Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS

Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.

• Jun 29

Eric Dane, "Grey's Anatomy" star diagnosed with ALS, dies at 53

In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed​ with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.

• Feb 20

UC Davis breakthrough lets ALS patient speak using only his thoughts

Allowing people with disabilities to talk by just thinking about a word, that's what UC Davis researchers hope to accomplish with new cutting-edge technology.

• Jun 11, 2025

"Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane reveals he's been diagnosed with ALS

"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.

• Apr 11, 2025

FDA panel votes against experimental ALS treatment pushed by patients

Federal health advisors voted 17-1 against an experimental treatment for Lou Gehrig's disease dubbed NurOwn, although the FDA is not bound by the vote.

• Sep 27, 2023

Sandra Bullock's longtime partner dies after private battle with ALS

In a 2021 interview, Bullock described Bryan Randall as a "saint": "I found the love of my life."

• Aug 8, 2023