James Van Der Beek opened up on Today about battling stage 3 colorectal cancer—while filming the Legally Blonde prequel Elle. For James, the set isn’t just a workplace—it’s a healing space where “cancer doesn’t exist between action and cut.” 🎥✨
At 48 and a father of six, he’s drawing strength from laughter, family, and his love of acting. Playing Dean Wilson gives him a powerful mental break amid treatments, and fans are flooding social media with support. 🙌
Teaming up with Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine and co-star Lexi Minetree, James is reminding us all that even in the darkest times, passion and purpose can light the way. 💡
With Elle hitting Prime Video soon, Van Der Beek’s comeback is more than a return to acting—it’s a celebration of survival. 🩺❤️
