James Van Der Beek/Instagram However, Van Der Beek explained that he was forced to look at his “own mortality in the eye” when doctors found he has Stage 3 colorectal cancer last year.

Van Der Beek noted that he still appreciated “that people are invested” in the storyline. Jackson, meanwhile, was quick to pick a side — sharing his approval for Pacey’s happily ever after.

James Van Der Beek has played numerous roles throughout his career -- Dawson Leery on "Dawson's Creek," Mox in "Varsity Blues" and himself in "Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23" -- but his ...

James Van Der Beek is excited to leap into his 44th year of life! In celebration of his birthday on Monday, the actor posted an Instagram video of himself leaping across the screen in slow motion.

James Van Der Beek at the “Girl From the North Country” musical on March 5, 2020. Bruce Glikas/FilmMagic “There’s no playbook for how to announce these things, but I’d planned on talking ...

James Van Der Beek opens up 1 month after announcing colorectal cancer diagnosis "There are sweet souls… and then there's you," Van Der Beek wrote. "The softest, most empathetic heart I know.

James Van Der Beek is attempting to remain in good spirits as he battles stage 3 colorectal cancer. The "Dawson’s Creek" star opened up about the challenges he has faced during his cancer journey.

James Van Der Beek has been diagnosed with colorectal cancer. The “Dawson’s Creek” alum, 47, revealed his health diagnosis in a statement to People published Sunday, thanking his ...

James Van Der Beek wanted to share his cancer diagnosis on his “own terms.” Just hours after the “Dawson’s Creek” alum revealed his colorectal cancer diagnosis in a statement to People ...

James Van Der Beek revealed on Nov. 3 that he'd been diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer at age 46, saying he had been undergoing treatment, "there is reason for optimism and I'm feeling good." ...

When James Van Der Beek revealed his cancer diagnosis in 2024, fans were shocked and concerned for the actor. The Dawson’s Creek star shared an honest look at his health battle at the time.