Actor James Van Der Beek, best known for his role on TV's "Dawson's Creek," has died at age 48. 💔⁠ ⁠ Van Der Beek, who played Dawson Leery in the 90s teen drama, announced a colorectal cancer diagnosis in 2023.⁠ ⁠ "Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning," a post on the actor's wife's Instagram account said. "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."⁠ ⁠ Tap the 🔗 in our bio for the full story⁠ ⁠ #jamesvanderbeek #dawsonscreek #celebritynews #inmemory