Backlash Over Van Der Beek Jersey Refund Email After His Death

After James Van Der Beek’s death, his official merch store sent customers of signed jerseys an email offering either a partial refund with proceeds going to his family or no refund with the proceeds donated to the family; critics say the message leveraged fans’ emotions, while a GoFundMe for the family has raised close to $3 million, prompting questions about refunds and accountability for unfulfilled merchandise.