Eric Dane's Daughters' GoFundMe Blows Past $200K With Hefty Donation From 'Euphoria' Creator Amid Backlash

Following the death of Eric Dane at 53 after battling ALS, friends launched a GoFundMe to support his daughters, Billie and Georgia.

The campaign aims to provide financial stability for their future and has already raised over $200,000, thanks to some generous donors, including "Euphoria" creator Sam Levinson.

Shortly before his passing, Eric Dane recorded a final interview in which he addressed his daughters directly, sharing personal memories, advice, and reflections on his life and illness.

A fundraising campaign has been created to support the family of actor Eric Dane, who died at 53 after living with ALS.

Friends of the late star launched a GoFundMe to help provide long-term stability for his two daughters, Billie, 15, and Georgia, 14, whom he shared with his wife, Rebecca Gayheart. The page describes Dane as a devoted husband and father whose family meant everything to him.

Dane publicly revealed his ALS diagnosis in April 2025. In the months that followed, he became an outspoken advocate for greater awareness and research around the disease, using his platform to amplify the voices of others facing similar battles.

According to the fundraiser's organizers, his health declined more rapidly than expected, prompting friends to step in to help "support his girls and their future needs."

It concluded, "Any contribution, no matter the size, will help provide stability during this incredibly difficult time and in the future for Eric's wonderful daughters."

In a statement confirming his passing, the family said Dane spent his final days surrounded by loved ones.

They highlighted his commitment to ALS advocacy and thanked fans for the support shown throughout his illness, while also requesting privacy as they grieve.

At the time of writing, the fundraiser has surpassed $200,000 of its initial $250,000 goal, with a new goal set at $500,000.

Among the largest donors are Sam Levinson, creator of "Euphoria," and his wife, Ashley, who contributed $27,000.

Levinson also shared a loving tribute to the late actor following his passing, writing on social media, "I'm heartbroken by the loss of our dear friend Eric."

The director continued, "Working with him was an honor. Being his friend was a gift. Eric's family is in our prayers. May his memory be for a blessing."

Best known for his roles on "Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria," Dane left behind not only a celebrated career but also heartfelt messages for his daughters.

In what became his final interview, released shortly after his death and currently streaming on Netflix, he spoke directly to Billie and Georgia.

"Billie and Georgia, these words are for you. I tried," Dane began. "I stumbled sometimes, but I tried. Overall, we had a blast, didn't we? I remember all the times we spent at the beach, the two of you, me, and Mom in Malibu, Santa Monica, Hawaii, Mexico."

He continued, "I see you now playing in the ocean for hours, my water babies. Those days, pun intended, were heaven."

Dane also shared lessons he said he learned through his illness. He encouraged his daughters to "live now, right now, in the present," and not lose themselves in worry or self-doubt, something he admitted struggling with in the past.

He urged them to pursue what excites them, to "fall in love" with a passion "that makes you wanna get up in the morning, drives you through the entire day."

For Dane, that passion was acting, which he said he first discovered around their age.

For his third and fourth lessons, Dane advised his daughters to be intentional about the friendships they choose and to face life's challenges with courage and dignity.

"When you face challenges, health or otherwise, fight. Never give up. Fight until your last breath," Dane noted, adding that "this disease is slowly taking my body, but it will never take my spirit."

Elsewhere in the interview, Dane reflected on how he believed Billie and Georgia might remember him.

"I think they would lead with I'm a reactive person," he said. "My dad was a reactive person, not necessarily a negative connotation. Some of their core memories involve me reacting to something. You know, traffic is always a good impetus for that."

"I think that they would say I was pretty tough. Resilient," Dane continued. "They would say I was loving and I was really endearing and compassionate and empathetic and trustworthy. I'm a good dad."

He also smiled while recalling family travels, including a memorable road trip through the French countryside.

Closing his message, Dane stated, "Billie and Georgia, you are my heart. You are my everything. Good night. I love you. Those are my last words."