James van der Beek sells Dawson's memorabilia to fund his cancer treatment

JAMES van der Beek, beloved for his role as Dawson Leery in the iconic teen drama Dawson's Creek, is putting cherished memorabilia from the series up for auction.

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The actor's decision comes as the 48-year-old father of six battles stage 3 colorectal cancer, an unexpected challenge he has faced bravely since his diagnosis last year. Van Der Beek, whose career took flight with the show's debut in 1998, revealed that he has been contemplating this decision for a while, feeling the weight of nostalgia as he prepares to part with items that represent not just his career but also a significant chapter of his life.

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As he prepares to say goodbye to pieces from the show, he shared: “I’ve been storing these treasures for years, waiting for the right time to do something with them.