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Roberts' Star Mix-Up: Van Dyke vs. Van Der Beek
12 Feb
Summary
- Ashley Roberts mistakenly announced Dick Van Dyke's death.
- Dick Van Dyke is 100 years old and alive.
- James Van Der Beek died at age 48 after cancer battle.
On Thursday, "Breakfast Show" co-host Ashley Roberts mistakenly reported the death of Dick Van Dyke during a live broadcast. Her co-host, Jamie Theakston, promptly corrected her, humorously stating that the 100-year-old actor is "very much still with us." Roberts quickly apologized for the mix-up.
The erroneous announcement occurred shortly after news emerged that James Van Der Beek, known for his role in "Dawson's Creek," had died at the age of 48. His wife confirmed his passing on Wednesday, following a two-year battle with colorectal cancer, which he had been publicly fighting since November 2024.
Van Der Beek is survived by his wife and their six children. The actor's passing marks a significant loss to the television community and fans who followed his career from the late 1990s.
