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VIDEO: 'Dawson's Creek' star James Van Der Beek dies at age 48
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  • February 11, 2026

'Dawson's Creek' star James Van Der Beek dies at age 48

James Van Der Beek, the actor best known for starring in the teen TV drama “Dawson's Creek” and films including “Varsity Blues,” has died. He was 48.

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