James Van Der Beek
James Van Der Beek's Ex-Wife Heather McComb Speaks Out After His Death
James Van Der Beek’s ex-wife Heather McComb penned a loving tribute to the late Dawson’s Creek star following his death at 48: “James was a beautiful soul.”
February 12, 2026
Katie Holmes Honors "Beloved" Costar James Van Der Beek After His Death
Katie Holmes mourned the loss of her Dawson’s Creek costar James Van Der Beek after his death on Feb. 11 at the age of 48, following a battle with cancer.
February 12, 2026
Inside James Van Der Beek's Family Life With 6 Kids
Before James Van Der Beek died amid his battle with colorectal cancer, he detailed his life living on a farm in Texas with his wife Kimberly Van Der Beek and their six children.
February 11, 2026
James Van Der Beek's Friend Stacy Keibler Details His Final Days Before Death From Cancer
After James Van Der Beek died on Feb. 11 at age 48, his friend Stacy Keibler posted a photo of the Dawson's Creek actor enjoying a sunset view from his wheelchair taken during his final days.
February 11, 2026
Dawson's Creek Star Busy Philipps Shares She's "Deeply Hurting" After James Van Der Beek's Death
James Van Der Beek's former Dawson's Creek costar Busy Philipps mourned the death of the actor at the age of 48 on Feb. 11, saying, "My heart is deeply hurting for all of us today."
February 11, 2026
James Van Der Beek's Family Photo Album
February 11, 2026
Why James Van Der Beek Moved to Texas With Wife Kimberly and 6 Kids Years Before Cancer Battle
Almost six years before James Van Der Beek died at the age of 48 following a battle with cancer, the Dawson’s Creek star and his family decided to move from L.A. to Texas.
February 11, 2026
What James Van Der Beek Said About Dying Amid Cancer Battle
James Van Der Beek spoke openly about his own mortality while battling colorectal cancer, which he was diagnosed with in 2023. The Dawson's Creek actor died on Feb. 11 at age 48.
February 11, 2026
What James Van Der Beek Said About His Health, Cancer Battle Before His Death at 48
James Van Der Beek, who died Feb. 11 at 48, shared in 2024 that he had been diagnosed with colorectal cancer. He stayed outwardly positive but also shared the toll it took on his mind and body.
February 11, 2026
See James Van Der Beek's Last Photo With Wife Kimberly Van Der Beek Before His Death
Two months before James Van Der Beek died on Feb. 11 at age 48, his wife Kimberly Van Der Beek shared how she and the Dawson's Creek star—who was diagnosed with cancer in 2023—spent the holidays.
February 11, 2026
Alfonso Ribeiro, Sarah Michelle Gellar and More Celebrities React to James Van Der Beek’s Death
Following James Van Der Beek's death from colon cancer at the age of 48, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Alfonso Ribeiro were some of the many celebrities to honor his life and career.
February 11, 2026
James Van Der Beek Dead at 48: See His Life in Pictures
February 11, 2026
James Van Der Beek, Dawson’s Creek Actor, Dead at 48 After Cancer Battle
James Van Der Beek, who was diagnosed with cancer in 2023, died Feb. 11 at the age of 48, the Dawson's Creek actor's family confirmed.
February 11, 2026
Paul Walter Hauser Fundraised to Help James Van Der Beek Pay for Cancer Treatment Weeks Before His Death
Weeks before James Van Der Beek died following a battle with colorectal cancer, Paul Walter Hauser announced how he would fundraise to help the Dawson’s Creek star pay for his medical bills.
January 27, 2026
You Don't Want to Wait for These Dawson's Creek Secrets
Brush up on your Dawson's Creek trivia, featuring Joshua Jackson, Katie Holmes, James Van Der Beek, Michelle Williams and many love triangles. Plus, see where the stars are now.
January 20, 2026
