James Van Der Beek, the Hollywood star, says he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
The 47-year-old, popular for his roles in the TV series ‘Dawson’s Creek’ and the film ‘Varsity Blues’, revealed his diagnosis in an interview with People magazine.
Colorectal cancer (CRC), also known as bowel cancer is the development of cancer from the colon (large intestine) or rectum. Treatment depends on the size, location, and how far the cancer has spread
Van Der Beek also expressed optimism, saying he is feeling good. The actor said he had been prioritising time with his wife Kimberly Van Der Beek, and their six children.
I have colorectal cancer, I’ve been privately dealing with this diagnosis and have been taking steps to resolve it, with the support of my incredible family, he said.
There’s reason for optimism, and I’m feeling good.
The movie star played Dawson Leery in the US teen drama series from 1998 to 2003. He is also due to appear in a US Fox special called The Real Full Monty, which is based on the 1997 British film and will see a group of male celebrities strip down to raise awareness for cancer awareness and research.
He also played a fictionalised version of himself in the cult television show Don’t Trust the B—- in Apartment 23,
