Gilligan's Island Star Dawn Wells' Net Worth Is Not What You'd Expect

In 2018, Wells reportedly required an unexpected hospitalization — one she allegedly could not afford, with her friends helping to raise money for her health expenses via a GoFundMe page. She also reportedly never recovered from the 2008 recession, and required financial assistance as a result. According to Market Watch, Wells also owed the IRS thousands of dollars.

Her online campaign would describe her situation this way: "Dawn is living one of the greatest fears we Americans have, an uncertain future." Ultimately, the GoFundMe efforts raised over $205,000 for the star, but this was two years ago. 

At the time, Wells shared her gratitude on Facebook, writing, "Wow! I am amazed at the kindness and affection I have received from the current outpouring in regards to the Go Fund Me Page." She added, "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. In a recent conversation with him I remarked Where did the time go? I don't know how this happened" (via USA Today).

Today, according to Celebrity Net Worth, Wells would only be worth $50,000.