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James Van Der Beek dies at 48 after colorectal cancer battle

Name: James Van Der Beek dies at 48 after colorectal cancer battle
Uploaded: 2026-02-11T16:25:00-0600
Duration: 38 s
Description: Actor James Van Der Beek has died at the age of 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer. He was best known for his title role on "Dawson's Creek," and for movies like "Varsity Blues."

Actor James Van Der Beek has died at the age of 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer. He was best known for his title role on "Dawson's Creek," and for movies like "Varsity Blues."