Michelle Williams Is ‘in Contact’ With James Van Der Beek Amid Cancer Battle
Michelle Williams recently shared that she is staying in touch with her former Dawson’s Creek co-star, James Van Der Beek, as he continues his battle against cancer. Van Der Beek revealed his stage 3 colorectal cancer diagnosis last year, and Williams, along with their other co-stars Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson, have been offering their support.
In an interview with ET, Williams expressed that they are in contact with Van Der Beek and that he is in their hearts and minds during this challenging time. She also mentioned that they are there for him in every possible way, although she did not specify who the collective “we” referred to.
While Dawson’s Creek was a beloved show that attracted millions of fans, it seems that Williams’ daughter, Matilda, may not be among them. During an appearance on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Williams revealed that Matilda has been busy watching all seven seasons of New Girl for the eighth time, indicating that she has not watched Dawson’s Creek.
Van Der Beek first shared his cancer diagnosis in November 2024, stating that he has been privately dealing with the diagnosis and taking steps to resolve it with the support of his family. Despite the challenges he has faced, including a tough year due to his health battle, he remains optimistic and focused on his recovery.
Reflecting on his experience, Van Der Beek shared a video on Instagram where he talked about facing his own mortality and how his cancer diagnosis challenged his identity as a family man. Married to his wife Kimberley since 2010, they have six children together, and Van Der Beek spoke about the impact his treatment had on his ability to fulfill his roles as a husband and father.
As Van Der Beek continues his battle against cancer, he is surrounded by the love and support of his friends, family, and former co-stars like Michelle Williams. Their bond from their days on Dawson’s Creek remains strong, and they are all rooting for his recovery.
