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Family Secures Texas Ranch Weeks Before Actor's Death
14 Feb
Summary
- Actor James Van Der Beek purchased the Texas ranch his family rented.
- The ranch purchase was finalized one month before his death.
- The family moved to the ranch in 2020 with their six children.
Weeks before his passing, actor James Van Der Beek completed the purchase of the Texas ranch his family had been renting. This significant real estate transaction, valued at $4.76 million, was finalized on January 9, 2026, approximately one month before his death.
Van Der Beek, his wife, and their six children relocated to the sprawling 36-acre Spicewood ranch in 2020. The property features a 5,149-square-foot main house with five bedrooms and three bathrooms, complemented by cabins and a pool, all offering scenic views of the Pedernales River.
The beloved star of "Dawson's Creek" died on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, following a battle with stage 3 colorectal cancer. He had publicly shared his diagnosis in November 2025. Following his death, his widow initiated a GoFundMe campaign, stating that the family had exhausted their funds during his treatment, with generous donations already exceeding $2.37 million.
