James Van Der Beek dead at 48

"Dawson's Creek" star James Van Der Beek died after a battle with colorectal cancer on Feb 11. He was 48 years old.

James Van Der Beek has died after his bout with colorectal cancer.

His wife, Kimberly, shared the news on her Instagram.

"Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning," she wrote alongside a photo of her husband. "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."

The beloved star of "Dawson's Creek" was 48.

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