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James Van Der Beek has died at the age of 48, as his wife Kimberly released a statement announcing his passing.
On the Dawson’s Creek actor’s Instagram they posted a tribute saying: “Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace. 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.”
James and Kimberly had six children together, daughters Olivia, Annabel, Emilia and Gwendolyn, and sons Joshua and Jeremiah, and the actor had announced back in November 2024 he had been diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
Now his wife has announced the sad news of his passing which she said had happened this morning.
Speaking to People in 2024, he explained that the cancer had been discovered after a routine colonoscopy in 2023, with him saying he’d experience ‘a change in bowel habits’ and thought he might need to alter his diet a bit.
Instead he explained he’d woken up and was ‘coming out of the haze’ when he was informed he had cancer.
He had said: “I have colorectal cancer. I’ve been privately dealing with this diagnosis and have been taking steps to resolve it, with the support of my incredible family.
“There’s reason for optimism, and I’m feeling good.”
More to follow.
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