James Van Der Beek‘s household says his declining well being and his loss of life introduced on vital monetary pressure … and now a crowdfunding web page has been set as much as assist pay the payments.
James’ spouse, Kimberly Van Der Beekstated on Instagram her mates organized a GoFundMe with a $500,000 objective … and it is already crossed $200,000 in donations … together with a $1,000 pledge from ‘DWTS’ professional and EXTRA host Derek Hough.
We broke the story … James died immediately at 48.
The late ‘Dawson’s Creek’ star revealed in November 2024 that he was battling stage 3 colorectal most cancers … and Kimberly says the prices of his “medical care and the prolonged struggle in opposition to most cancers have left the household out of funds.”
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James and Kimberly had 6 youngsters … and in accordance with the GoFundMe they’re working to remain of their Texas dwelling “to make sure the youngsters can proceed their training and keep some stability throughout this extremely troublesome time.”
The cash raised will go in direction of important residing bills, payments, and training … and each donation will assist the household “discover hope and safety as they rebuild their lives.”
James auctioned off a few of his private objects and memorabilia in December to lift cash to cowl his medical bills.
Greater than 1,700 individuals and counting have donated.