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's former castmate on Dawson's Creek is remembering the late star's impact on her life after briefly working together on the hit series two decades earlier.
The actor had portrayed the character of Dawson Leery while actress Kristen Solt played his younger sister Lilly in the final two episodes of the show back in 2003.
Van Der Beek's death at age 48 was following his battle with stage three colorectal .
Solt had just been seven-years-old when she filmed her role in the teen drama series. A deleted scene in which Lilly and Dawson discuss what a soulmate is has often gone viral over the years.
The actress candidly discussed Van Der Beek's 'heartbreaking' passing while also calling him the 'best TV big brother' during an interview with People published on Friday.
'When I learned of James's diagnosis, I was deeply saddened, and hearing of his passing this week was truly heartbreaking. My mom, sister and I shed real tears,' Solt told the outlet.
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James Van Der Beek's former castmate on Dawson's Creek is remembering the late star's impact on her life after briefly working together on the hit series two decades earlier; seen in 2024 in L.A.
Solt candidly discussed Van Der Beek's 'heartbreaking' passing while also calling him the 'best TV big brother' during an interview with People published on Friday
She also expressed how the series had 'meant something to so many people.'
Solt then sent love to 'his family, his loved ones and to the fans who grew up with him. He was part of so many people's coming-of-age stories, and that kind of impact lasts a lifetime.'
On Wednesday, Van Der Beek's family confirmed his death at age 48 with a post on social media
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Van Der Beek had announced his stage three colorectal cancer diagnosis in November 2024
Some of his Dawson's Creek castmates paid tribute to the late star .
