February 13, 2026
Even James Van Der Beek Couldn't Afford Cancer Care
Celebrities, they're just like us.
TL;DR
- James Van Der Beek's family has launched a GoFundMe to cover his medical expenses and ensure their financial stability after his battle with colorectal cancer.
- The family reportedly sold memorabilia to pay for treatments over the past several years.
- The article criticizes the high cost of medical care in the U.S., suggesting it is unaffordable even for celebrities.
- GoFundMe is presented as an inadequate and inefficient safety net, with most campaigns failing to reach their goals.
- The piece contrasts the U.S. system with the EU, where medical costs would have been significantly lower.
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