GoFundMe For Eric Dane’s Daughters Sparks Combined Reactions

A buddy of the late actor lately created a GoFundMe to help the 2 youngsters he shares along with his widow, Rebecca Gayheart, however the fundraiser has obtained blended reactions from the general public.

Per PEOPLEon Friday, February 20, a GoFundMe was created for Eric Dane and Rebecca Gayheart’s two daughters, Billie, 15, and Geraldine, 13, following his demise on February 19.

The fundraiser, which to this point has raised near $159,000 of its $250,000 objective, acknowledged the intent behind the cash.

“As his sickness progressed way more shortly than anybody may have imagined, Eric’s pals have come collectively to create this GoFundMe to help his ladies and their future wants,” the fundraiser reads.

“Any contribution, regardless of the scale, will assist present stability throughout this extremely troublesome time and sooner or later for Eric’s great daughters.”

“Is that this the brand new development, assist an actor who passes younger and doesn’t put together? How a lot is sufficient? Why at all times preserve publishing it? He was a profitable actor but when he was an everyday man it might not matter as a result of nobody however their household will care,” a commenter wrote on PEOPLE.

“Yeah that is truly getting out of hand,” one other added. “Celebrities which are dwelling in multi-million greenback homes that make tens of millions of {dollars} and are price tens of millions of {dollars} asking common Joe’s to cough up cash so their children can preserve their life. No.”

“I perceive that it is a unhappy state of affairs for any household regardless, however I discover it slightly unusual that these individuals who have lived a life that none of us have want cash from individuals like us,” a 3rd commenter wrote. “What concerning the individuals like us that this occurs to on a regular basis that do not have gofundmes and the superstar backing and standing? It is sort of pathetic.”

One commenter shared a unique outlook, noting that each Van Der Beek and Dane’s households are coping with loss:

“These two males simply died and there’s very actual and uncooked grief being skilled by their households and family members. Critics ought to mood their feedback and be respectful.”

“Right here we go once more… when you completely should give away your cash, donate on to ALS analysis,” a Reddit consumer wrote concerning the GoFundMe for Dane. “His pals can ‘afford’ to present his daughters cash. They don’t want his followers to do it,” one other shared.

Some Redditors additionally identified Dane’s profitable performing profession, which netted him tens of millions, particularly on “Gray’s Anatomy” and the upcoming third season of HBO’s “Euphoria.”

“This man was on community TV for a decade raking in tens of millions — what are we doing right here?,” a Redditor commented.

“He actually filmed for euphoria when he was sick and it hasn’t even aired but… idk how a lot he makes off that present nevertheless it’s fairly in style,” one other consumer wrote. “And Gray’s anatomy? I really feel for Rebecca and children I actually do however its not like they misplaced a bunch of earnings.”

Different Reddit customers had been much less harsh and expressed their sympathy for the Dane household, however shared their discomfort with the GoFundMe.

“I’m so sorry for his or her loss. I liked him as an actor and really feel for them. However this grifting conduct on individuals who make manner lower than they do has to cease,” a Redditor commented.

One other consumer added, “Look, I’m all for supporting households who are suffering an enormous loss, however perhaps let’s begin someplace else first?”

On Thursday, February 19, 2026, Dane’s household confirmed his demise after publicly saying his ALS analysis in 2025.

“With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane handed on Thursday afternoon following a brave battle with ALS,” his household mentioned through assertion. “He spent his closing days surrounded by pricey pals, his devoted spouse, and his two lovely daughters, Billie and Georgia, who had been the middle of his world.”

“All through his journey with ALS, Eric turned a passionate advocate for consciousness and analysis, decided to make a distinction for others dealing with the identical struggle. He might be deeply missed, and lovingly remembered at all times,” the assertion continued.

“Eric adored his followers and is without end grateful for the outpouring of affection and help he’s obtained. The household has requested for privateness as they navigate this unattainable time,” the household shared.

Two months after he shared his analysis with the world, Eric Dane instructed AND! Information that ALS wouldn’t cease him from persevering with his performing profession.