Key Highlights
- James Van Der Beek died at age 48 after battling colorectal cancer.
- His wife Kimberly announced his passing on social media.
- Van Der Beek was open about his diagnosis, which he revealed in November 2024.
- Celebrities, including Derek Hough and Sarah Michelle Gellar, shared tributes following his death.
- Van Der Beek expressed optimism about his health during interviews before his passing.
