Kimberly Van Der Beek Honors James on Father's Day

On Father's Day, Kimberly Van Der Beek shared a touching remembrance of her late husband, James Van Der Beek, the beloved Dawson's Creek star who passed away at 48 following a cancer diagnosis earlier in 2026.

The 44-year-old actress posted an emotional tribute to Instagram on Sunday, June 21, featuring cherished family photos spanning years of James with their children. "Missing you so much and thinking of how magnificent you were in every single way today. And somehow, from the other side? You continue to parent. You're a marvel," she wrote, tagging her husband's account.

The couple shared six children together: daughters Olivia, Annabel, Emilia, and Gwendolyn, along with sons Joshua and Jeremiah.

Since his death, numerous celebrities, friends, and former co-stars have publicly expressed their condolences. A GoFundMe campaign was launched to support the family with medical bills and expenses, drawing significant contributions from notable figures in entertainment.

James' representative recently clarified details surrounding the family's finances and housing situation. "James secured down payment for the Texas ranch for the family with the help of friends through a trust so they could shift from rent to mortgage," the rep shared with People magazine.

The family relocated to their Texas ranch in 2020. As of now, the GoFundMe campaign has reached $2.8 million.