The Latest Breaking News from James Van Der Beek

Director revered by late actor’s character in Dawson’s Creek is among film industry figures – also including Zoe Saldaña and John M Chu – to make large donation to family

“When you share a private emotional final moment with a buddy… I find the photo kinda creepy and self-serving.”

More than $2 million (£1.5m) has so far been raised for the actor’s wife and six children

Iconic director Steven Spielberg and his wife Kate Capshaw have donated $25,000 to a GoFundMe support late actor James Van Der Beek's family.

Former Pussycat Dolls star Ashley Roberts apologised after accidentally and incorrectly announcing Dick Van Dyke's death instead of James Van Der Beek.

The US actor died on Wednesday after suffering from bowel cancer.

Alfonso Ribeiro shares heartbreaking picture of him tenderly embracing Van Der Beek on the Dawson’s Creek star’s bed

An increasing number of people are dying of colorectal cancer at a young age, including those as young as 20. Actor James Van Der Beek, who was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2023, died at age 48 on Feb. 11, 2026, bringing the disease back into the limelight.

Reese Witherspoon has taken to social media to reflect on James Van Der Beek's passing.

The Dancing with the Stars host had an emotional message.

James Van Der Beek's family have raised more than $1.5 million through GoFundMe.