James Van Der Beek auctioning off 'Dawson's Creek' memorabilia amid cancer battle
James Van Der Beek is offering up some iconic memorabilia for "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" fans.
The 48-year-old actor, who starred as Dawson Leery in the hit teen drama and as Jonathan "Mox" Moxon in the football film, is partnering with Propstore to sell several "cherished items from his personal collection" to raise funds for his ongoing cancer treatment, according to a press release.
Van Der Beek revealed a year ago that he had been diagnosed with Stage 3 colorectal cancer, a type of cancer characterized by malignant polyps that can grow in the colon.
Among the keepsakes that will be auctioned off are Dawson's flannel shirt, white sweater, bedroom decorations, and Dawson's necklace for Joey Potter, who was portrayed by Katie Holmes.
The auction will also include Mox's cleats and hat from "Varsity Blues."
The estimated value of all of the items ranges from $1,320 to $52,800.
News of the auction comes nearly two months after the "Dawson's Creek" cast reunited onstage in New York City in front of a live audience for a charity fundraising event to support F Cancer and Van Der Beek. The event included a live reading of the "Dawson's Creek" pilot episode, which first aired in 1998.
Van Der Beek was forced to miss the live event due to two stomach viruses, and actor, composer, lyricist and playwright Lin Manuel Miranda stepped in to read the role of Dawson in his stead.
Propstore will auction off Van Der Beek's memorabilia on Dec. 6, as part of its Winter Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction and said 100% of proceeds will go to the actor to help offset the financial costs of his cancer treatment.
