James Van Der Beek attends the premiere of Paramount Pictures’ ‘Downsizing’ at Regency Village Theatre on December 18, 2017 in Los Angeles, CA, USA. Photo by Lionel Hahn/ABACAPRESS.COM

Actor James Van Der Beek, beloved for his role as Dawson Leery in the late ’90s and early 2000s hit teen drama Dawson’s Creek, recently shared with fans that he has been diagnosed with cancer. In a heartfelt Instagram post, the 47-year-old actor opened up about his journey and his efforts to approach his health with renewed focus.

“Each year, approximately 2 billion people around the world receive this diagnosis. And I’m one of them,” Van Der Beek wrote. The actor shared that he’s been navigating this experience privately until now, focusing on treatment and making lifestyle adjustments to enhance his overall well-being. “I’m in a good place and feeling strong. It’s been quite the initiation, and I’ll tell you more when I’m ready,” he assured followers.

The emotional post, accompanied by the song Autumn Breeze by Richard LaForge, was paired with a series of photos that captured some intimate family moments. Among them is a touching image of Van Der Beek embracing one of his six children on their property in Texas, where he lives with his wife, actor and producer Kimberly Van Der Beek.

Though Van Der Beek hasn’t shared specific details about his diagnosis or treatment, his post reflects a message of strength and resilience, with a promise to share more as he continues his health journey. Fans around the world have rallied with words of encouragement and support, honouring the actor’s courage in sharing this personal chapter.

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