Euphoria Creator Sam Levinson Donates $27,000 to Fundraiser for Eric Dane’s Daughters

Following the death of actor Eric Dane from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a GoFundMe campaign established to support his wife, Rebecca Gayheart, and their two daughters, Billie and Georgia, has received a significant donation from Sam Levinson, creator of the HBO series Euphoria, and his wife, Ashley Lent Levinson. The couple contributed $27,000 to the fundraiser.

Fundraiser Exceeds $275,000

As of February 22, 2026, the GoFundMe has surpassed $275,000 of its $500,000 goal. The campaign was initiated by friends of the family to provide financial support for Dane’s daughters following his passing on Thursday, February 19, 2026, after a battle with ALS Sky News.

Eric Dane’s ALS Diagnosis and Advocacy

Eric Dane publicly announced his diagnosis of ALS in April 2025 US Magazine. After his diagnosis, he became an advocate for the ALS community, raising awareness and supporting fellow patients. The GoFundMe page highlights his commitment to helping others facing the disease, even as his health declined.

Other Notable Donations

Brad Falchuk, co-creator of Glee and husband of Gwyneth Paltrow, donated $10,000 to the fundraiser Sky News. Additional contributions include $20,000 from Hailey Bieber, and $18,000 and $10,000 from two anonymous donors Yahoo News UK.

Remembering Eric Dane

Eric Dane was known for his roles in Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Gayheart, and his daughters, Billie, and Georgia. Rebecca Gayheart expressed her gratitude for the outpouring of support on Instagram Yahoo News UK.