James Van Der Beek, best known for Dawson’s Creek and Varsity Blues, has died at age 48 following a battle with stage 3 colorectal cancer. He passed away surrounded by his family, leaving behind his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, and their six children.
In the aftermath of his death, a GoFundMe campaign organized by friends of the family reports that Kimberly is facing serious financial strain while trying to maintain stability for the children, including keeping their home and covering essential living and education expenses.
The fundraiser has already received significant community support, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars as the family navigates an uncertain and difficult future.