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Tributes flood in for nineties heartthrob, James van der Beek, 47, who died of cancer

- BY OLUTHANDO KETEYI

FANS of Dawson’s Creek have been left shattered upon hearing the news of US actor James van der Beek’s death on Wednesday at the age pf 48, after a battle with colorectal cancer.

Van der Beek first shared news of his cancer diagnosis in November 2024, when he explained that he was “taking steps to resolve it”.

Kimberly van der Beek, his wife, said on Instagram: “Our beloved James David van der Beek passed peacefully this morning.

“He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace. There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of time.

“Those days will come. For now we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend.”