James Van Der Beek reportedly wrote a memoir before his death at age 48.
James died on February 11 after a years-long battle with stage III colorectal cancer.
After his death, sources said Term that the Dawson’s Creek Alum was writing a memoir. Further details, such as how far he got with the memoir and whether it could be published posthumously, have not yet been revealed.
The actor announced in November 2024 that he had been diagnosed in August 2023.
“Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed away peacefully this morning. He spent his final days with courage, faith and grace,” said a statement announcing his passing, shared via Instagram, on Wednesday.
“There is much to share about his wishes, love for humanity and the sanctity of time. Those days will come. For now, we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother and friend,” it added.
One of the actor’s last roles was in Prime Video’s Elle, a prequel to the 2001 film Legally Blonde that follows the legendary lawyer’s teenage years.
James played Dean Wilson, a school inspector and mayoral candidate.
The streamer also released a statement on the beloved star’s death, saying, “James Van Der Beek began his career as a beloved teen icon, and audiences have connected with his breadth and depth of work ever since. He was a husband, father, consummate professional and, most recently, an outspoken advocate for cancer awareness.”
