Event Brief
Dawson's Creek Star James Van Der Beek Dies at 48
Filed: Feb 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Summary: James Van Der Beek, known for 'Dawson's Creek', has died at 48 after battling cancer, his family announced.
WHO: James Van Der Beek
WHAT: died after cancer battle
WHEN: Feb 11, 2026 at 3:46 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: cancer battle
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