Yesterday, it was revealed that
Dawn Wells has had financial problems due to medical issues. So much so, the 79-year-old is $180,000 in debt. In order to move into the assisted living place she wants to reside in, she needs to erase that debt. Therefore, her friend created a
GoFundMe page for her to raise the money. The story went world wide and MaryAnn from Gilligan’s Island posted a sweet message on social media.
Wow! I am amazed at the kindness and affection I have received from the current outpouring in regards to the Go Fund Me Page that is grabbing so much attention and want to address it. A dear dear friend of mine with a big heart was trying to help me with some common issues we all understand and some must face. He create that page with the love an emotion like someone protecting their child. In a recent conversation with him I remarked Where did the time go? I don’t know how this happened. I thought I was taking all the proper steps to ensure my golden years. Now, here I am, no family, no husband, no kids and no money. Im grateful that God has given me so many friends and fans who care, or it would all be too ….overwhelming …..I am grateful to any of my fans who are willing to offer support. However, please know that my outlook is positive and I look forward to seeing you all in my travels.
That positive attitude will help her heal and the money will help her have a home. We need to do more to help our elderly when it comes to medical costs. But that is whole other debate.
Tina Louise the only other surviving member from the ’60s sitcom had a very Ginger message for her co-star. She wrote on Twitter, “I just heard that @therealmaryann has not been feeling well. Me, Caprice and our newest arrivals are sending Dawn our very best wishes for a speedy recovery and all good things in the future. <3"
