Reese Witherspoon Mourns James Van Der Beek’s Final Role
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Reese Witherspoon is expressing her grief over the loss of James Van Der Beek, remembering him as a talented actor and kind soul. Witherspoon shared her sorrow following Van Der Beek’s death on Wednesday, February 11, after a battle with colorectal cancer that began in August 2023.
A Final Performance
Van Der Beek’s last onscreen appearance will be in the upcoming Amazon Prime Video series, “Elle,” a prequel to “Legally Blonde.” The series, which premieres July 1, follows Elle Woods during her high school years. Witherspoon, an executive producer on the show, revealed she was “devastated” by the news and praised Van Der Beek’s kindness and grace.
In “Elle,” Van Der Beek portrays Dean Wilson, described as the city’s new Mayoral candidate and current school district superintendent.
Witherspoon’s Tribute
Witherspoon took to Instagram to share her feelings, stating Van Der Beek was an “extraordinary, talented man who also showed great kindness and grace in every action.” She also expressed her prayers for his family during this difficult time.
A Career Spanning Decades
James Van Der Beek rose to fame in the 1990s with his role as Dawson Leery on “Dawson’s Creek.” He continued to work steadily in television, appearing in shows like “How I Met Your Mother,” “One Tree Hill,” and “Pose.” He also starred in films including “Varsity Blues” and “Scary Movie.”
Remembering a Life
Van Der Beek is survived by his wife, Kimberley and their six children. He was 48 years old.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was James Van Der Beek’s cause of death? He passed away after battling stage 3 colorectal cancer.
- What role did James Van Der Beek play in “Elle”? He played Dean Wilson, a school superintendent and mayoral candidate.
- When will “Elle” premiere? The series will premiere on Amazon Prime Video on July 1.
- Who is Reese Witherspoon? She is an actress and producer, best known for playing Elle Woods in “Legally Blonde” and is an executive producer on the “Elle” series.
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