James Van Der Beek has reflected on the “affirming” support he received from his father months after his diagnosis Stage 3 cancer.
The “Dawson's Creek” actor celebrated his father's birthday on Saturday, and shared a heartfelt post on social media dedicated to the man who showed up to help his family in their great time of need.
Van Der Beek, 47, revealed: Colorectal cancer Diagnosed in November, he has since recovered with help from his friends and family.
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James Van Der Beek praised his father for his unwavering support amid his cancer battle. (© 2024 Fox Media LLC. CR: Drew Herrmann/Fox)
“The way you showed up when I was down and out this year — without us having to ask, without even expecting a thank you…with Carwell taking pictures with his father, James William Van Der Beek,” he wrote on Instagram.
“Moving to the farm when I'm away from treatment. Making lunches, providing fires for VanderKimberly, driving the kids, and even taking care of the dogs and chickens (none of which she ever wanted and will never have).”
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“But it's more than that,” he added. “You came for me over and over again in ways I didn't even know how much I needed.”
“Watching you develop, seeing what kind of man and father you are…gives me more confidence in myself than I can express. I feel proud and fortunate to have come from you. Thank you for being the best. And I will keep my promise that we will never ask you to change.” Jeremiah diapers.”
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Van der Beek admitted in November that he was “privately coping with this diagnosis and (have) taken steps to resolve it, with the support of my amazing family,” in a statement shared with People magazine.
James Van Der Beek celebrated his father's birthday with a shared meme on social media. (Mark von Holden)
“There is reason for optimism, and I feel good,” he said.
He had no family history of cancer, and was surprised by the diagnosis because of his healthy habits.
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“I had always associated cancer with age and with unhealthy lifestyles, but I was in the cardiovascular form,” Van Der Beek said.
He originally blamed his diet for his cancer symptoms after noting changes in his bowel movements last year.
James and his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, have six children together. (Michael Kovac)
“I thought maybe I needed to stop the coffee,” he said. “Or maybe you don't put cream in your coffee. But when I cut that and it didn't get better, I thought, 'Well, I better get this out.' “
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“I felt good coming out of the anesthesia, that I had finally done it,” he continued. “Then the gastroenterologist said — in his most pleasant bedside manner — that it was cancer. I think I was shocked.”
Many treatments can help control colorectal cancer, including surgery, radiation therapy, and medications, such as chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Mayo Clinic.
