James Van Der Beek reflects on his cancer struggle and the ‘hardest year of my life’ | Hollywood
James Van Der Beek is opening up about his personal journey with colorectal cancer as he reflects on life and lessons learned. To mark his 48th birthday, the Dawson’s Creek star shared an Instagram video titled “What cancer taught me,” offering a candid look at his experiences. James Van Der Beek shared the hardships of his diagnosis, the impact on his family roles, and the life lessons learned as he turned 48.(@vanderjames/Instagram) Also Read: Billie Eilish gushes over Ariana Grande as they hint at collaboration: ‘I love this girl so much’ Van Der Week shares insights into his battle with cancer In the clip which was shared on Saturday, March 8, the actor shared, ‘It has been the hardest year of my life.” He recalled how he “used to define myself as an actor” back in the days yet it was “never really all that fulfilling.” He expressed that with age, he came to see himself as “the ultimate” role—”a loving, capable, strong, supportive” husband, father, provider, and “steward of the land.” And while those …


