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James van der Beek navigates his recent cancer diagnosis with the help of one special person: his father.
Y Dawson’s Creek Star thanked his father, James William van der Beek, for his support in an emotional message shared via Instagram on Saturday, January 25. “The way you’ve shown up when I’ve been down and out this year – without us having to ask , without expecting even a thank you… it has not only saved a life, but affirms a life,” wrote Van der Beek, in honor of his father’s birthday.
James van der Beek is paying tribute to his loved ones amid his battle with Stage III colorectal cancer. Reflecting on his “difficult year” after receiving the diagnosis, the actor, 47, showed thanks to his wife, Kimberly, 42, their six children (Olivia, 14, Joshua, 12, Annabel, 10, Emilia, 8, Gwen, 6 , and Jeremiah, 3) (…)
“Moving on to the ranch for when I’m away for treatment. Making dinner, making fires for @vanderkimberly, driving kids, even taking care of the dogs and chickens (never wanted and never would have had 🤣),” she continued.
The actor went on to thank his father for being there for him “emotionally” as he “moves through everything that cancer brings up.”
“I know it’s out of your comfort zone, but especially since Mom died, you’ve come through for me time and time again in ways I didn’t even know how much I needed ,” he added. “Watching you evolve, seeing what kind of man and father you are … gives me more confidence in myself than I could ever express. I feel so proud and lucky to have come from you. Thanks for being the best. Ever. Period. And I will keep my promise that I will never ask you to change Jeremiah’s diapers. “
The actor announced He was diagnosed with Stage 3 colorectal cancer in November 2024. “I have been dealing privately with this diagnosis and have been taking steps to resolve it, with the support of my amazing family,” he explained at the time. “There is reason for optimism, and I feel good.”
The actor has been married to Kimberly van der Beek since 2010. The pair have six children together.
Their daughter Annabel shares a birthday with her grandfather. The actor also wrote the 11-year-old his own message via instagram on Saturday.
“There are sweet souls… and then there’s you. The softest, most empathetic heart I know. It’s been a very difficult year to be so sensitive, and so connected to me, that it hasn’t been far in so many moments – which I know you know without me even having to be in the room,” she said. .
(Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images for Operation Smile) James van der Beek has broken his silence after announcing his diagnosis of colorectal cancer. van der Beek, 47, shared a slideshow via Instagram on Saturday, November 3, which included several photos of the Dawson’s Creek alum set to Richard La Forge’s song “Autumn Breeze.” Van der (…)
Van der Beek added, “From the moment you came out you have been given the ability to bring joy and peace to those around you simply by existing. May you continue to trust that and always know that your father sees you, and recognizes you, and loves everything about you. And always will be. “
Through Talk to Robin Roberts forward Good Morning America In December 2024, Van der Beek said he “feels really good” physically but the emotional toll of cancer treatment is “really a ride.”
“I’m going to look back on (this in) 30 years and say, ‘Thank God this happened,'” Van der Beek added. “So what can I do right now to deliver that? That’s how it was about 90% of the time. I’d say about 10% of the time I’m a sober, terrified mess. “
