Friends of James Van Der Beek have disclosed details of his final days before his passing at the age of 48 due to colorectal cancer. The Dawson’s Creek actor’s demise occurred shortly after he shared a motivating New Year’s Resolution message, questioning the timing of celebrating a new beginning in winter.

Following a two-year battle with cancer, Van Der Beek’s family announced his passing, revealing that his last days in hospice care were marked by a significant decline in his health. Despite his outward positivity, insiders revealed that the actor, who had been on hospice for weeks, became increasingly frail and bedridden, with a noticeable decrease in his appetite.

Describing the emotional toll of witnessing Van Der Beek’s deterioration, sources mentioned the actor’s charisma and kind-hearted nature that are deeply missed. Survived by his wife Kimberly and six children aged 4 to 15, the family had relocated to a ranch near Austin, Texas, in 2020.

In his final weeks, it was reported that Van Der Beek sought peace as he had been informed that his cancer had advanced beyond treatment options. To assist his family with essential expenses, a GoFundMe page was set up, highlighting the financial challenges they face following his medical care costs and ongoing battle with cancer.

Within a day, donations on the fundraising page surpassed $1 million, with contributions from various celebrities, including Zoe Saldana. The Macmillan Support Line was also mentioned for individuals seeking confidential support related to cancer.