Former child actor Brandon Hall defends GoFundMe campaign amid criticism
Brandon "Bug" Hall says he will keep his GoFundMe fundraiser active until the first transfer of funds, despite backlash from some fans who urged him to find other employment.
Former "Little Rascals" star Brandon "Bug" Hall is maintaining a GoFundMe campaign launched on Nov. 5 to help cover household expenses as he and his wife prepare for their sixth child. The fundraiser, which has raised about $28,000, remains active while Hall awaits the first transfer of the donations.
Hall said he cannot close the page until the initial funds are transferred, noting that the campaign will be removed within two to five business days after a review by GoFundMe. He posted a screenshot of a customer-service interaction indicating that the platform has completed its review and will automatically send the money.
The campaign has drawn criticism from some supporters who suggested Hall should obtain a "real job" or shut down the fundraiser after reaching its original $2,000 goal. Hall responded to a user urging him to prioritize family planning with a comment that he intends to continue expanding his family.
In a Nov. 9 update, Hall explained that the fundraiser aims to cover pending bills for phone service, propane, and an unexpected electrical hookup fee, and to finalize preparations before the new baby arrives. He expressed gratitude for any assistance, including monetary contributions, sharing the campaign, or prayers.
Hall, a Fort Worth, Texas native, is known for playing Alfalfa in the 1994 film "The Little Rascals" and has appeared in other movies and television series. He and his wife Jill, married since 2017, have five children together.