James Van Der Beek, ‘Dawson’s Creek’ Actor, Dies at 48 After Cancer Battle

{}He first appeared in a hit TV drama as a wide-eyed 15-year-old who then grew up over six seasons. He announced he had cancer in 2024.He first appeared in a hit TV drama as a wide-eyed 15-year-old who then grew up over six seasons. He announced he had cancer in 2024.