Eric Dane is leaving Grey's Anatomy.

In a statement to TV Line, the actor, who played Dr. Mark Sloan, says, "I am extremely grateful to everyone at Grey's, ABC and Shondaland for the experience and memories I have had over the course of this run. It has been wonderful to work alongside and learn from a creative force such as [the show's creator] Shonda Rhimes."

Grey's Anatomy's ninth season premieres September 27th on ABC.