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Actor James Van Der Beek Was Writing Memoir During Cancer Battle
12 Feb
Summary
- Actor James Van Der Beek was writing a memoir during his cancer fight.
- His final roles, including 'Elle,' are set for posthumous release.
- Van Der Beek passed away at 48 after a stage III colorectal cancer diagnosis.
James Van Der Beek was reportedly working on a memoir amidst his courageous battle with stage III colorectal cancer. The beloved actor passed away at the age of 48. His recent projects, including roles in Prime Video's 'Elle' and the thriller 'The Gates,' are expected to be released posthumously.
Van Der Beek publicly shared his stage III colorectal cancer diagnosis in November 2024, having been diagnosed in August 2023. His passing was announced on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, with a statement describing his final days as met with 'courage, faith, and grace.'
He was set to appear as Dean Wilson in 'Elle,' a summer 2026 prequel to 'Legally Blonde,' and also had a role in the thriller 'The Gates,' scheduled for release on March 13, 2026. Prime Video acknowledged his contributions to 'Overcompensating' and the upcoming 'Elle,' remembering him as a 'husband, father, consummate professional, and, most recently, a vocal advocate for cancer awareness.'
