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Joshua Jackson Honors Van Der Beek's Fatherhood
11 Mar
Summary
- Jackson views Van Der Beek's death through a father's lens.
- He lauded Van Der Beek's dedication as a husband and father.
- Other cast members also shared tributes to Van Der Beek.
Joshua Jackson recently spoke about the passing of his "Dawson's Creek" co-star James Van Der Beek, highlighting the profound impact of Van Der Beek's role as a father. Jackson, who is also a father, explained that his grief was intensified by considering Van Der Beek's six children, making the tragedy resonate differently than it would as a former colleague.
Jackson reflected on their shared formative years on "Dawson's Creek," noting that while they both cherished that time, Van Der Beek's true accomplishments lay in his personal life. He praised Van Der Beek as a "good man" with strong faith and an "unbelievable partner and husband" who "showed up for his family." Jackson acknowledged the immense tragedy of the loss for Van Der Beek's family.
Other "Dawson's Creek" cast members have also honored Van Der Beek's memory. Michelle Williams spoke about constantly thinking of him and his family in early March. Katie Holmes penned a handwritten tribute, celebrating his "bravery, compassion, selflessness," and his dedication to creating a "beautiful marriage" and "six loving children."
