Hailey Bieber Donates $20K to GoFundMe Supporting Eric Dane's Family

The 'Grey's Anatomy' actor tragically died following a battle with ALS.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Hailey Bieber, the founder of the Rhode skincare brand, has donated $20,000 to a GoFundMe fundraiser set up to support the family of the late actor Eric Dane. Dane, known for his role on 'Grey's Anatomy', passed away on Thursday at the age of 54 after a courageous battle with ALS. The fundraiser, which has now raised over $290,000, will help support Dane's two teenage daughters, Billie and Georgia, whom he shared with his wife Rebecca Gayheart.

Why it matters

Dane's death at a relatively young age has sparked an outpouring of grief and support from the entertainment community. Bieber's sizable donation to the GoFundMe campaign highlights the importance of providing financial assistance to the families of public figures who pass away unexpectedly, especially when young children are involved.

The details

Bieber's $20,000 donation made her the third-highest donor to the GoFundMe campaign, behind an anonymous $25,000 contribution and a $27,000 donation from 'Euphoria' creator Sam Levinson. Other notable donors include director Brad Falchuk, who is married to Gwyneth Paltrow, and producer Randall Emmett, each of whom gave $10,000. The fundraiser's initial goal of $250,000 has been increased to $500,000 to help support Dane's two teenage daughters, Billie and Georgia.

  • Dane announced his ALS diagnosis in April 2025, 10 months prior to his death.
  • Dane was photographed in a wheelchair at a Washington, DC airport in September, struggling to talk to paparazzi.
  • Dane passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2026.

The players

Hailey Bieber

The founder of the Rhode skincare brand and a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

Eric Dane

The late actor known for his role on the TV series 'Grey's Anatomy', who passed away at the age of 54 after a battle with ALS.

Rebecca Gayheart

Dane's wife, who expressed gratitude for the 'outpouring of love and support' her family has received since her husband's death.

Billie Dane

One of Dane's two teenage daughters, who will benefit from the GoFundMe campaign.

Georgia Dane

One of Dane's two teenage daughters, who will benefit from the GoFundMe campaign.

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What they’re saying

“He spent his final days surrounded by dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the center of his world.”

— Dane's Family (People)

The takeaway

Dane's untimely passing at the age of 54 due to ALS has resonated deeply with the entertainment community, as evidenced by the outpouring of support and donations to his family's GoFundMe campaign. Bieber's generous $20,000 contribution highlights the importance of providing financial assistance to the families of public figures who pass away unexpectedly, especially when young children are involved.