India, Feb. 12 -- James Van Der Beek's wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, confirmed in a post on Instagram that the 'Dawson's Creek' actor has passed away. His death has put the lives of his wife and their six children in focus. James Van Der Beek was 48.

"Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning," Kimberly Van Der Beek wrote. "He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace. There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of time. Those days will come.

"For now we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend," the statement added. Notably, a cause of death was not mentioned though the actor had revealed in 2024 that he was sufferin...