James Van Der Beek's family received $2 million through a GoFundMe campaign following his death on February 11, according to Variety. The actor, best known for his role as Dawson Leery on the WB series "Dawson's Creek," passed away at the age of 48 after battling an undisclosed illness. Friends of the family expressed their gratitude to donors, with one stating, "It reminds us that love is real."
The news of Van Der Beek's passing was accompanied by a wave of tributes. Sarah Michelle Gellar and Chad Michael Murray, among others, remembered the actor, highlighting the significant loss. The GoFundMe campaign was established to support his family during this difficult time.
Meanwhile, other significant news stories emerged this week. Prince Harry expressed support for bereaved families suing major tech companies like Instagram and YouTube, alleging the platforms are designed to be addictive and harm young people's mental health, according to BBC Technology. In an emotional address, Harry thanked the families for sharing their stories and voiced his hope for "truth, justice, and accountability" in the ongoing legal battle.
The social media addiction trial against Meta and YouTube also gained attention, with Instagram head Adam Mosseri's substantial compensation, including a base salary of $900,000 and millions in stock-based pay, coming under scrutiny regarding potential incentives related to platform addiction, according to Fortune.
Other news reports covered a variety of topics, including the FBI's investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, Apple's acquisition of "Severance," and Bryan Johnson's controversial anti-aging program, according to multiple sources. International affairs, such as Iranian exiles' struggles and Kim Jong Un's daughter's potential succession, were also reported.
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