Did James Van Der Beek Really Die Broke?
Hollywood Reporter
by Lexy PerezFebruary 21, 2026
Hollywood has rallied behind the late 'Dawson’s Creek' star, raising $2.6 million for his widow and six children. But the internet has been less generous, with scores of posters wondering why such a famous actor would need a fundraiser in the first place.
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Originally published on Hollywood Reporter on 2/21/2026