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Fatherhood changes Jackson's view on co-star's death
10 Mar
Summary
- Joshua Jackson spoke about James Van Der Beek's death for the first time.
- Fatherhood provides Jackson a new perspective on his co-star's tragedy.
- Jackson partners with campaign promoting cancer screenings.
Joshua Jackson recently offered his first public tribute to his late "Dawson's Creek" co-star, James Van Der Beek, who passed away last month.
Jackson reflected that his perspective on the immense tragedy for Van Der Beek's family has deepened since becoming a father himself. He fondly recalled their shared formative years on the show, acknowledging both their bond and Van Der Beek's significant life accomplishments beyond their collaboration.
Van Der Beek died at age 48 on February 11, 2026, after a public battle with colorectal cancer. Jackson is now partnering with AstraZeneca for the "Get Body Checked Against Cancer" campaign, aiming to promote timely cancer screenings.
Jackson noted that men often avoid discussing health issues or seeking medical attention. He emphasized that the 'stiff upper lip' mentality is detrimental when facing health concerns like cancer, urging greater proactive engagement with personal health.
