Van Der Beek played the role of Reuben in his middle school production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. At the age of 15, he asked his mother to take him into New York City to get …

Nov 8, 2024 · James Van Der Beek gave his first comments about the "shock" of learning he has colorectal cancer and the "trickiest thing" he's faced since being diagnosed.

Sep 22, 2025 · Here's everything to know about James Van Der Beek's cancer diagnosis and everything he's said about his health journey.

Dec 20, 2025 · Speaking to us from his Texas ranch, Van Der Beek is now reflecting on a more than two-year battle with colon cancer.

Dec 19, 2025 · More than a year after James Van Der Beek first shared his colorectal cancer diagnosis, the Dawson's Creek alum shared an update on his health journey—and what he’s most grateful for.

Nov 12, 2025 · James Van Der Beek has been forced to take a sad step amid his cancer battle that’s seen him fighting for his life over the last year.

Jul 30, 2025 · James Van Der Beek says his children have become his unexpected caretakers amid his journey with colon cancer. The “Dawson’s Creek” alum publicly shared the news of his diagnosis last...

Jul 31, 2025 · "Dawson's Creek" star James Van Der Beek has shared a heartbreaking update on his cancer battle, calling the lifestyle changes he's made, and continues to make, a "full-time" job.

Dec 19, 2025 · Actor James Van Der Beek, best known for his starring roles in 1990s hits "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," on Friday shared an update on his cancer battle.

Dec 19, 2025 · James Van Der Beek, who's battling colorectal cancer, addressed public scrutiny of his weight after his appearance at a "Dawson's Creek" cast reunion.