Hollywood Mourns as ‘Dawson’s Creek’ Star James Van Der Beek Dies at 48 After Cancer Battle
James Van Der Beek, who played Dawson Leary on “Dawson’s Creek,” died at 48 from cancer. On Wednesday, Feb. 11, his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, confirmed the news on Instagram. Kimberly said that her husband died peacefully with courage, trust, and grace. In mourning, she asked for solitude, remembering him as a famous actor,…

