James Van Der Beek’s Widow Gets Real About Grief: ‘We All Miss Him’
James Van Der Beek’s widow is opening up about loss in an honest post shared after the three-month anniversary of the actor’s death. The Dawson’s Creek star died in February 2026 at the age of 48, after a very public battle with stage 3 colorectal cancer. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, and the couple’s six children: Olivia, Joshua, Annabel, Emilia, Gwendolyn, and Jeremiah. “Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace,” the family shared at the time. “There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity, and the sacredness of time. Those days will come. For now we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend.” Kimberly’s New Tribute View this post on Instagram On Tuesday, May 12, Kimberly shared a carousel of photos on Instagram. In them, James is seen with her and the couple’s children before his death. “Yesterda...