Dawson’s Creek star James Van Der Beek reveals he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
The actor, 47, revealed that he has been ‘privately dealing with this diagnosis and have been taking steps to resolve it with the support’ of his incredible family.
‘I have colorectal cancer,’ he told People. ‘There’s reason for optimism, and I’m feeling good.’
Colorectal cancer starts in the colon or the rectum, according to the American Cancer Society.
Following his diagnosis, Van Der Beek, who shares six children with his wife, Kimberly, has kept working.
Most recently, he appeared on an episode of, Walker, and is next set to star in Sidelined: The QB and Me, which comes out later this month.
Dawson’s Creek star James Van Der Beek reveals he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer; seen in 2023
