James Van Der Beek
$500K GoFundMe Objective Set For Household
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February 11, 2026
1:03 PM PST
James Van Der Beek’s household says his declining well being and his demise 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 Beek, mentioned on Instagram her buddies organized a GoFundMe with a $500,000 purpose … and it is already crossed $200,000 in donations … together with a $1,000 pledge from ‘DWTS’ professional Derek Hough.
We broke the story … James died as we speak 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 combat in opposition to most cancers have left the household out of funds.”
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James and Kimberly had 6 children … and in accordance with the GoFundMe they’re working to remain of their Texas dwelling “to make sure the kids can proceed their schooling and preserve some stability throughout this extremely tough time.”
The cash raised will go in the direction of important dwelling bills, payments, and schooling … 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 boost cash to cowl his medical bills.
Greater than 1,700 folks and counting have donated.















