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HISTORICAL FACTS: 5 - The Untold Story

James Van Der Beek, star of Dawson’s Creek, dies aged 48

Actor who also starred in Varsity Blues and Rules of Attraction revealed in 2024 he had been diagnosed with cancer

The Guardian - US · Feb 11

James Van Der Beek death: Dawson’s Creek actor dies aged 48

The Independent UK · Feb 11

Class Act Paul Walter Hauser Is Helping Out James Van Der Beek With His Cancer Bills In An Awesome Way

Hauser is stepping up in a big way.

Cinemablend · Jan 26

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'It makes absolutely no sense!' James Van Der Beek calls for March to be first month of the year

Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek will make his new year's resolutions this spring, because he thinks it "makes absolutely no sense" that January is the first month of the year.

BANG Premier · Jan 16

'It Wasn't The Cancer': Fans Shocked By James Van Der Beek's Dramatic Weight Loss and the Real Reason Why

James Van Der Beek addresses fan concern after dramatic weight loss sparked cancer fears following his Dawson's Creek reunion appearance.

International Business Times UK · Dec 20, 2025

James Van Der Beek addresses concerns over his appearance at Dawson’s Creek reunion

Actor claims sudden weight loss was not cancer-related

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2025

Actor James Van Der Beek described as ‘ray of positivity’ amid cancer battle

The Dawson’s Creek star has been diagnosed with bowel cancer.

Evening Standard · Dec 18, 2025

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Van Der Beek Reportedly Unloads Iconic TV Treasures For Cancer Treatment: Propstore Estimated Dawson's Necklace Could Fetch £52K

Putting the necklace of Dawson on Propstore James Van Der Beek is auctioning the Dawson the Creek memorabilia to raise funds to treat cancer on the stage 3 colorectal cancer battle, which is estimated at PS52K.

International Business Times UK · Dec 9, 2025

James Van Der Beek misses scheduled interview due to highly contagious condition

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The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2025

James Van Der Beek reveals reason for missing Today show appearance amid cancer diagnosis

The actor was scheduled for an exclusive interview during Friday’s episode of ‘Today’

The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2025

James Van Der Beek's wife says he's 'bouncing back' amid cancer battle

James Van Der Beek is "bouncing back" during his cancer battle, according to his wife Kimberly Brook.

BANG Premier · Nov 25, 2025

Once Hollywood’s sweetheart, this actor is now selling his precious past as he battles to survive

The uncomfortable truth is that healthcare is very expensive in the United States.

We Got This Covered · Nov 18, 2025

James Van Der Beek Parts With 'Treasured' Joey Necklace for 'Expensive' Cancer Treatments

James Van Der Beek is selling his treasured 'Joey necklace' from Dawson's Creek and other memorabilia to cover mounting cancer treatment costs, drawing emotional reactions from fans.

International Business Times UK · Nov 13, 2025

James Van Der Beek to sell Dawson’s Creek ‘treasures’ to pay for cancer treatment

Actor, 48, who revealed colorectal cancer diagnosis last year, to also auction memorabilia from Varsity Blues

The Guardian - US · Nov 13, 2025

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The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2025

Dawson’s Creek star James Van Der Beek auctioning belongings amid cancer diagnosis

Items from his popular Nineties teen drama, as well as his movies, will be sold to help ease ‘the financial cost of fighting cancer’

BANG Premier · Nov 12, 2025

James Van Der Beek selling Dawson's Creek props to help with costs of cancer fight

James Van Der Beek is selling items from Dawson's Creek and Varsity Blues to help alleviate the financial burden of his cancer battle.

International Business Times UK · Oct 15, 2025

Is James Van Der Beek Dying? 'Dawson Creek' Star Puts On 'Brave Front' Amid Cancer Battle

'Dawson's Creek' star James Van Der Beek is battling stage 3 colorectal cancer; he missed a New York reunion but sent a video message, as co-stars and fans rally and doctors urge screening.

The Independent UK · Oct 12, 2025

Busy Philipps on ‘insanely inappropriate’ Dawson’s Creek romance that proves ‘how much we have changed for the better’

Philipps joined the seminal drama in season five as Joey Potter’s college roommate

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Cinemablend · Sep 26, 2025

James Van Der Beek Pens Emotional Birthday Tribute To His Daughter Following Her Performance At The Dawson’s Creek Reunion

*Insert Dawson crying meme*

Euronews · Sep 24, 2025

'Dawson’s Creek' reunion sees James Van Der Beek make surprise appearance amid cancer battle

The cast of the hit show reunited on stage to raise money and awareness for F Cancer and James Van Der Beek, the lead star who was diagnosed with colorectal cancer last year.

International Business Times UK · Sep 24, 2025

James Van Der Beek's Illness Has Drastically Changed His Appearance: 10 Photos That Show His Alarming Transformation

James Van Der Beek's battle with cancer has changed his appearance. See 10 photos of his alarming transformation and latest health update.

International Business Times UK · Sep 24, 2025

James Van Der Beek Illness Explained: What Type of Cancer Was He Diagnosed With and Is He Still Sick?

James Van Der Beek's health sparks searches after his reunion absence. What type of cancer does he have and is he still sick in 2025?

Cinemablend · Sep 23, 2025

James Van Der Beek Hilariously Referenced That Viral Crying Dawson's Creek Crying Meme During Recent Reunion

It's the meme that won't go away.

The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2025

James Van Der Beek makes virtual appearance at Dawson’s Creek reunion after skipping due to illness

Actor announced his Stage 3 colorectal cancer diagnosis last November

Evening Standard · Sep 23, 2025

Dawson’s Creek star’s children join cast to raise money for cancer charity

James Van Der Beek, who has bowel cancer, was unable to attend the event himself due to illness.

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