What Happened
A viral social media post regarding the death of actor Eric Dane has ignited significant discussion, particularly following comments made by former Grey’s Anatomy background actor Laura Ann Tull. In response to a Variety post on the social media platform Threads, Tull described Dane as a “bully and an a-hole,” leading to a wave of reactions from other users who refuted her claims.
Why It Matters
Tull, who claims to have worked as a background actor on Grey’s Anatomy for three years, alleged that Dane mistreated her during her time on set. She stated, “He was a coward who abused me. Bullied me. Made fun of me,” and expressed a desire for him to have apologized for his actions. Furthermore, Tull suggested that she was instrumental in Dane’s departure from the show, asserting, “I am why he was fired from Grey’s,” although she did not provide evidence to support this assertion.
What’s Next
The fallout from Tull’s comments continues to unfold as discussions about workplace behavior in Hollywood gain traction. Tull has indicated that she experienced long-term consequences from her interactions with Dane, stating, “His dying doesn’t change [the] destruction he caused me,” and previously hinted at pursuing legal action. The situation raises questions about accountability and the impact of alleged bullying in the entertainment industry.