Briefly
The creator of the series “Euphoria”, Sam Levinson, and his wife Ashley were among the largest donors to a GoFundMe campaign for actor Eric Dane’s family, contributing $27,000. The information is confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter and UNN.
"I am shattered by the loss of our dear friend Eric. Working with him was an honor, and being his friend was a true gift"
— Sam Levinson, creator of “Euphoria”
About the actor and the fundraiser
Eric Dane, known to Ukrainian viewers as “McSteamy” from Grey's Anatomy, died on February 19, 2026, at the age of 53 after battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
The actor’s friends launched a GoFundMe to secure the future of his daughters — 15-year-old Billie Beatrice and 13-year-old Georgia Geraldine. As of the weekend the campaign had raised more than $185,000 of the $250,000 goal.
Final role and legacy
Despite his illness, Dane completed filming on the third season of Euphoria, in which he played Cal Jacobs. Episodes featuring him are scheduled to premiere on April 12, 2026 on HBO — this will be his final major screen appearance.
Why this matters
Levinson’s donation is not only financial assistance but a signal to the industry: when public figures lose their support networks, colleagues and friends take responsibility. It is social proof that communities can fill gaps where the state or insurance may be insufficient.
For Ukrainian readers this resonates particularly strongly: crisis support for families and the protection of children are universal values we often see reflected in our local initiatives during the war.
The GoFundMe campaign and subsequent aid will show whether voices of solidarity turn into real guarantees for the family. Public words matter, but now concrete actions are needed — both financial and systemic.
Sources: The Hollywood Reporter, UNN, the GoFundMe campaign page.
