The “Varsity Blues” star has been married to his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek (née Brook), since 2010. The couple share six children: daughters Olivia, Annabel, Emilia and Gwendolyn, and sons Joshua and Jeremiah. During his July 30 appearance on the “Today” show, Van Der Beek recalled the experience of discussing his diagnosis with his kids.

From "Dawson's Creek" darling to "Dancing With the Stars," James Van Der Beek has made a name for himself in film and television since the early 90s.

After being diagnosed with colon cancer in 2023, the "Dawson's Creek" alum has learned that living with the disease is a "full-time job."