James Van Der Beek, known for his role in 'Dawson's Creek', has passed away at 48. His family shared that he died peacefully after battling colorectal cancer. Van Der Beek's career included notable roles in 'Varsity Blues' and 'CSI: Cyber', but he remained closely associated with 'Dawson's Creek', which explored teenage life and relationships. He later embraced self-parody in various projects and is survived by his wife and six children.