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Zoe Saldaña makes a monthly donation of $2,500 to James Van Der Beek's family

Zoe Saldaña makes a monthly donation of $2,500 to James Van Der

Actress Zoe Saldaña has launched a significant financial support for James Van Der Beek's family, following his passing at the age of 48.

Her name appeared among the donors on the GoFundMe page set up for the actor's family, where Saldaña has set up a monthly contribution of $2,500. Other notable donors include Derek Hough, Lydia Hearst and Ricki Lake.

Van Der Beek announced in November 2024 that he had been diagnosed with stage III colorectal cancer. News of his death was announced on February 11 through a statement on Instagram, where the family emphasized that he passed away peacefully, surrounded by faith and courage.

The actor is survived by his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, and their six children. According to the description on GoFundMe, the family has faced significant financial hardship after covering medical costs and is currently struggling to stay in their Texas home while facing an uncertain future.