Actor James Van Der Beek, known for 'Dawson's Creek,' died at 48; cause unconfirmed, wife confirms.

James Van Der Beek, the actor known for 'Dawson's Creek,' has died at 48, his wife Kimberly confirmed in an Instagram post. The couple, married since 2010, had six children together and lived a private life on a Texas ranch. While the cause of death has not been disclosed, Kimberly has become the public face of the family's grief as fans and colleagues mourn the loss of the actor who prioritized family over fame.