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Dawson’s Creek Fans Are Leaving The MOST Heartfelt Messages On James Van Der Beek’s Family GoFundMe

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James Van Der Beek‘s fans are leaving the most precious messages to his family in their GoFundMe campaign. As you know, the Dawson’s Creek actor sadly passed away this week after a battle with colorectal cancer. His wife Kimberly and his six children were left not only heartbroken, but in a tough financial situation after […]

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Why Steven Spielberg’s $25,000 Donation To James Van Der Beek’s Family Is So Meaningful

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Steven Spielberg‘s donation to James Van Der Beek‘s family was so kind… But it’s got way more meaning than you may realize. As we previously reported, tons of celebs are donating to James’ family following his death. They launched a GoFundMe shortly after they announced his tragic passing, which was set up for his wife, […]

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James Van Der Beek’s Friend Says The ‘Urgent Need’ For Money His Family Has After Cancer Battle Is Sincere: ‘They Have Really Been Through It’

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James Van Der Beek‘s close friend swears the family is in dire need of money following his battle with colorectal cancer. After the heartbreaking news broke that the Dawson’s Creek alum passed away at 48 on Wednesday morning, friends launched a GoFundMe campaign to help raise money for his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, and […]

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Alfonso Ribeiro Shares Heartbreaking Photo Of ‘Last Moment’ With James Van Der Beek

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Just a day after the devastating news of James Van Der Beek’s death at just 48 years old, his close friend Alfonso Ribeiro is opening his heart in a way that is almost too intimate to witness. On Thursday, the 54-year-old Dancing with the Stars host took to Instagram to share a deeply personal photo […]

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James Van Der Beek Was Writing A Memoir Before He Died — And Had A TON Of Acting Projects In The Works

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This one hurts. James Van Der Beek, the actor so many of us first fell in love with on Dawson’s Creek, was quietly planning his next chapter even as he faced the fight of his life. The 48-year-old star, who passed away on Wednesday after a nearly three-year battle with colorectal cancer, had reportedly been […]

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James Van Der Beek’s Dawson’s Creek Mom Honors Him After Death: ‘Will Always Love & Admire You’

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James Van Der Beek‘s on-screen momma just shared a heartbreaking post mourning his death. As we’ve been following, James died at age 48 on Wednesday after his fight with cancer. He leaves behind his wife, six kids, and many friends and fans. There’s been such an outpouring of love for him — and just as […]

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Reese Witherspoon’s Emotional Tribute To James Van Der Beek: ‘Devastated’

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Reese Witherspoon is remembering James Van Der Beek. In case you didn’t know, James’ final acting role is in an upcoming series executive produced by Reese. It’s called Elle, and it’s a show that’s going to follow the story of Elle Woods from the iconic 2001 film Legally Blonde. He plays a mayoral candidate and […]

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What Cancer ‘Taught’ James Van Der Beek, In His Own Words 

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James Van Der Beek learned a lot about himself during his health battle. Almost a year before the 48-year-old actor passed away, he took to Instagram on his birthday, March 8, to open up to followers what cancer has “taught” him. Perezcious readers know James was fighting stage three colorectal cancer for several years before […]

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James Van Der Beek Was In Hospice & Surrounded By Family During Heartbreaking Final Days — Details

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We are learning more about James Van Der Beek’s final days. On Wednesday, news broke that the beloved Dawson’s Creek star passed away after years of battling colorectal cancer. It’s devastating that we lost another amazing human to such a cruel disease — and what makes it even more heartbreaking is now knowing how he […]

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Katie Holmes Pays Tribute To Dawson’s Creek Co-Star James Van Der Beek With Heartfelt Handwritten Letter

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Katie Holmes is honoring her dear friend and Dawson’s Creek co-star James Van Der Beek. James sadly lost his battle to cancer on Wednesday morning at age 48, leaving behind his wife Kimberly and their six children. It’s such a heartbreaking passing for so many — from family, to fans, and, of course, his many […]

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Katie Holmes Pays Tribute To Dawson’s Creek Co-Star James Van Der Beek With Heartfelt Handwritten Letter

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Katie Holmes is honoring her dear friend and Dawson’s Creek co-star James Van Der Beek. James sadly lost his battle to cancer on Wednesday morning at age 48, leaving behind his wife Kimberly and their six children. It’s such a heartbreaking passing for so many — from family, to fans, and, of course, his many […]

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Former Pro Wrestler Stacy Keibler Shares Unbelievably Powerful Photo & Message Revealing James Van Der Beek’s Final Days

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Former pro wrestler Stacy Keibler has just shared a photo of her late friend James Van Der Beek watching the sunset from his wheelchair, giving fans a glimpse into his final days. The ex-pro athlete posted it to her Instagram account on Wednesday, shortly after news of his death. As you’ll recall, James passed away […]

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Former Pro Wrestler Stacy Keibler Shares Unbelievably Powerful Photo & Message Revealing James Van Der Beek’s Final Days

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Former pro wrestler Stacy Keibler has just shared a photo of her late friend James Van Der Beek watching the sunset from his wheelchair, giving fans a glimpse into his final days. The ex-pro athlete posted it to her Instagram account on Wednesday, shortly after news of his death. As you’ll recall, James passed away […]

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The Cancer Symptom That Compelled James Van Der Beek To Get A Colonoscopy

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James Van Der Beek didn’t experience many symptoms initially, but there was one that ultimately pushed him to get the life-changing colonoscopy. As we’re sure you’ve seen, the Dawson’s Creek actor sadly passed away on Wednesday morning after a battle with colorectal cancer. In a resurfaced interview with Healthline from August 2025, James opened up […]

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Sarah Michelle Gellar, Chad Michael Murray, Paul Walter Hauser, & More Pay Tribute After James Van Der Beek’s Heartbreaking Death: ‘F**k Cancer’

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Hollywood is saying goodbye to James Van Der Beek. As we previously reported, the beloved Dawson’s Creek star passed away on Wednesday morning following a years-long battle with stage 3 colorectal cancer. His wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, confirmed the tragic news on Instagram, saying: “Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this […]

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James Van Der Beek’s Wife Shares GoFundMe As Family Now Faces ‘An Uncertain Future’ Following His Death: ‘Out Of Funds’

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James Van Der Beek‘s wife Kimberly is seeking help following her husband’s heartbreaking passing. In case you didn’t hear the sad news, the Dawson’s Creek star tragically lost his battle to cancer on Wednesday morning. His wife posted the devastating update to her social media. The actor was only 48 years old. So sad. Even […]

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