James Van Der Beek, best known for his role in ‘Dawson’s Creek,’ has shared that he is privately battling colorectal cancer. In an interview with People, the actor expressed gratitude for the support he’s received since the news broke prematurely. Van Der Beek stressed the importance of managing his health and announced his intention to raise awareness about cancer in the future. Despite his diagnosis, he remains optimistic and is focusing on his family, including his wife and six children. The actor continues to work on various projects, including an upcoming special aimed at promoting cancer awareness.