James Van Der Beek has revealed his battle with colorectal cancer in a recent statement to People magazine. The 47-year-old actor, known for his role in “Dawson’s Creek,” shared that he has been managing his diagnosis privately, supported by his family. Despite the serious health challenge, he expressed optimism about his condition, stating, “There’s reason for optimism, and I’m feeling good.”
Colorectal cancer is a significant health concern, particularly in Australia, where approximately 1 in 15 people will be diagnosed with the disease in their lifetime, according to Bowel Cancer Australia. In the US, the American Cancer Society reports that about 1 in 23 men and 1 in 25 women may face a diagnosis of this type of cancer.
Van Der Beek has not disclosed further details regarding his treatment or discussed his diagnosis on social media. Alongside these personal health challenges, he has been busy with family life, recently sharing moments from Halloween celebrations with his six children and wife, Kimberly. He continues to work in the entertainment industry, having made recent guest appearances and films.