Dawson’s Creek actor James Van Der Beek dies at 48 - 11 February 2026

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James Van Der Beek, the actor best known for starring in the teen TV drama "Dawson's Creek" and films including "Varsity Blues," has died. He was 48.

"Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace," reads a note posted on Van Der Beek's Instagram page. "There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of time. Those days will come. For now we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend."

Van Der Beek revealed in a November 2024 Instagram post that he'd been diagnosed with cancer, stating that despite the diagnosis he was "in a good place and feeling strong."

Later that month, the actor further revealed to People that he was battling Stage 3 colorectal cancer. Van Der Beek shared that he received the diagnosis after a colonoscopy.


 

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