James Van Der Beek Opens Up About His Shocking Cancer Diagnosis & What’s Keeping Him Strong | PEOPLE

[@nqobilemalaza9838]

'This is going to take me out of my body, or teach me how to truly live in it...' I'll never forget that.

[@jeremy-b]

a uniquely hollywood narcissist point of view, certainly

[@adteachings]

@@jeremy-b Sincere question: What's narcissistic about that? What should he have said, in your view?

[@LizaJane761]

⁠@@jeremy-bthere is nothing narcissistic about that statement 🙄

[@EastSide-qc5oy]

@@jeremy-b I can understand the impulse to assume most Hollywood people are narcissists, but there really wasn’t anything narcissistic about that statement.

[@spookym123]

@@jeremy-b What are you jabbering about?

[@seinfeldchik]

He is exceptionally well spoken and wise. What a great man. ❤

[@SoulShines4Music]

He's channeling his inner Dawson, and Dawson Leary was always wise beyond his years. ❤️

[@toddsalkowski448]

We can only hope to have that type of strength and fortitude. So impressive.

[@kate1830]

What a gracious, graceful man.

[@mamamichelle1234]

I hope James is reading these comments and seeing how much he is loved and supported. ❤

[@angela86753]

I wish him a full recovery. You got this James, we're all praying for you ❤

[@elph77]

This just convinced my husband (44) and I (47) to get our first colonoscopies asap.

[@Kendra41782]

❤❤❤

[@thomasward00]

I'm 51, had mine at 49, all clear.... Wife had hers at 46 and all clear. They should have people start having them at 35.

[@Bunny11344]

I thought they were only given to people after the fit test?

[@ScottsdaleSushi]

James - I am a newer Christian - not very good at praying - but I do believe our Creator hears each every utterance as we try. Want you to know I will include you & your beautiful family in my prayers. Blessings & good health, Friend.

[@skyeblu1722]

You don’t need to be a Christian to know higher angelic power….

[@al1356]

@@skyeblu1722they didn’t say you had to be did they.

[@Brand33777]

@@skyeblu1722 you can be a satanist and know a higher angelic power

[@jcsgrl359]

Just talk to the Lord... That's prayer at it's basic level. Reading the Word of God as you pray is also beneficial.

[@jcsgrl359]

@@Brand33777what a waste of time why worship the creature who was created when you should worship the One Who created the creature?

[@Dkb522]

James and his family are amazing. His grandfather adored my sister who died of a brain tumor. My family is from the same town as his. They are the sweetest most loving people. We are thinking and praying for you James!

[@Nzmwwww1238]

What do you mean? His grandfather dated your sister???

[@klynch7912]

I also grew up in his town and we were only one grade apart, but at different high schools. Knew of him and his family despite that. Was one of many with a crush on him in high school. Heal quickly.

[@Dkb522]

@ I went to Cheshire High too, what class?

[@klynch7912]

96 and you?

[@Dkb522]

@@klynch7912 94

[@stephsmith3857]

48 yr old husband diagnosed with advanced prostatecancer, radiation and subsequent colonoscopy, uroscopy and pelvic drain. Moving forward to age 67, survived with faith and prayers. Have courage, you are not alone. God will sustain you, prayers will uphold you and faith for healing by thousands of people will assure you , that we are all in this together.

[@Samsam1990s]

Amen!

[@Fred-nv8gf]

Don`t think faith and prayers will help.

[@drkjoneill]

For real? My 47 yo brother was diagnosed with advanced prostate CA and they are giving him 3-5 years. I would appreciate hearing your story (I’m also a hospital doc). Is there some way we could communicate privately, as I’m sure you don’t want your details for all to read.

[@jacquelinefoley8007]

What a great contribution to read. Lovely message.

[@juneauz]

I’m sure the praying is what helped you, science and therapy most certainly had nothing to do with it 😂

[@pourquoipas971]

What an elegant way of telling this story. Dignity in motion

[@BellaRainDrops]

My mum was diagnosed stage 3 colorectal when she was 53 she's been NED for 16 years now :D Stay strong and cry when you need to it's not a weakness

[@stefaniabj8]

How did she get diagnosed? I'm curious about the symptoms. Mr. Beek didn't share his symptoms 😔

[@cristalleslie6311]

I agree! Cry when you need to,

[@CoCreatewithMe2]

Has anyone tried the ivermectin protocol?

[@michellestreater3296]

@@stefaniabj8he didnt have any once u get to age u they want u to get cheaked

[@merchseller]

@@stefaniabj8 Bleeding, constipated, diarrhea, cramping, bloody mucus. Those are a few and not all get everything and may get other symptoms too depending on what stage. I have it now and I had a few of what I mentioned and it happened over night waking up with bad cramps for an hour.. Get checked if you haven't :)

[@RLJannaJoRodgers]

My loved one is 46 who is battling the same diagnosis at stage 3. We found out that he had it in August and is currently doing chemo. The struggle is so real and it’s something you think will never happen to you and your family. I want to just press the awareness of getting colonoscopies and how they are potentially life saving. My prayers go out to James, and any other family out there battling this disease!

[@cubbb7689]

All the best for you and your family through this battle. To encourage others to get screened, would you mind sharing what symptoms to look out for?

[@Robsav-yx6vi]

May he recover from this and live his life.

[@jackieedwards9545]

I got the chance to meet James Van Der Beek earlier this year at the Varsity Blues Anniversary event. He was so nice! Praying for him and his lovely family! ❤

[@missdiva421]

What an inspiring, humble man, I wish him all the best and hope to see him in loads more projects. Sending love to James,his wonderful wife and children

[@cubbb7689]

Was Ali Larter there?

[@jackieedwards9545]

@cubbb7689 No, it was just James there. It was hosted by the House of Blues. Ticketholders came and watched Varsity Blues (this year was the 25th anniversary). Then we had a Q and A session with James. At the end of the show, VIP ticketholders were able to do a meet and greet with James. It was a nice event.

[@cubbb7689]

@ He seems like such a great guy in real life. Thanks for sharing the story. Ali was my celebrity crush .. that’s why I had asked :)

[@es-vz9fi]

"This is either gonna take me outta the body, or it's gonna teach me how to truly live in it." 😭💖🙏🏽🕊 Needed to hear this message today❤ thank you James, I pray you to continue live within the Peace and Healing of the Most High. I'll be praying for you and all involved in your journey brother.🕊🙏🏽

[@KalaWaters-t9d]

As the mother of two young boys that defeated Leukaemia (which is a rare occurrence among siblings considering that it is a 1% chance), those words were so powerful from an adult perspective. I know that my babies didn't think that way, & even though I thank God every day that they survived, their diagnosis changed me. They taught me how to live when I was faced with the fact that I could possibly lose them. There was many times that I had to save face to insure that they felt safe no matter how torn apart I was inside. They were both diagnosed on my birthday OF ALL DAYS 3 years apart. Even speaking those words still stuns me to this day considering that my 15 year old is almost 8 years in remission, & my 9 year old is almost 5 years in remission. Someone once asked me if it was easier the 2nd time around. My answer was simple: "No. Even though I know the ropes this time around, watching my child endure things that I could never even imagine going through myself will NEVER be easy." My prayers go out to all of those that have been diagnosed & their families. At the end of the day, love is all we have. Spread it!

[@arzucufoglu8932]

​@@KalaWaters-t9d🙏🤲🌹🌹

[@KalaWaters-t9d]

@@arzucufoglu8932 ❤

[@Former_Pastor]

​@@KalaWaters-t9d So glad I had the foresight not to have children.

[@CindyOlaya-mw8xq]

When he said that, I started to cry and haven't stopped. It's a lesson I have learned the hard way, but have never heard it put so eloquently. In the hardest and scariest of times, I have received the most beautiful lessons and gifts of clarity. I am so grateful for those. I will pray for healing and peace for James, though it sounds like he has peace covered.

[@mmcs4973]

What a thoughtful, eloquent, and spiritual man. He articulates beautifully the internal processing, when one receives an unexpected diagnosis

[@kristagerry8505]

And that is why he was chosen to play Dawson in Dawson's Creek! He truly embodied the character.

[@fionascott6493]

As a massive Dawson's Creek fan, I am so sad to hear this. I hope you will get well soon James.. you will always be Dawson to me.

[@snooooopycomehome]

#TeamDawson

[@thisismyinferno]

I like James so much more than Dawson

[@NotInMYName_AntiZionistJew]

He was also phenomenal in “The B in Room 23” and also pretty decent on Dancing with the Stars.

[@simple_naildesigns]

Agree ❤️‍🩹

[@Samsam1990s]

I’m so sad to hear this. I hope he goes into remission and lives a long, healthy life

[@mollysreadings4845]

Me too 😢

[@Lis-im2rh]

I really wish him full recovery and strength for him and the people who loves him in this period.

[@simonebye8789]

I pray for James and his family. I am 42 and love watching him on DAWSON CREEK. That series is my happy place. Sending love and prayers to James and his family.

[@thisorthat7626]

James is a man who is obviously in touch with his heart. As an empath, he has felt so much for others. Now it is being returned to him and he knows how valuable it is. His positive energy and his belief in himself, and his family, will get him thru this. Blessings.

[@annadickens9245]

This was a really great interview and I wish him and his family the best. Apparently though, the reason he even came forward to tell people, is bc some publication was going to out him and he wanted to be the one to tell his story instead of them. Which I think is the lowest of the low for whichever publication did that and I'm very sorry he couldn't have the privacy he should have been given. ❤❤❤

[@lisastenzel5713]

It really should be illegal to make money with invading people's privacy. No matter what profession they chose. Cos it's highly immoral and unforgivable. I hate all these magazines that are only about VIPs, actors, celebrities. What use is that?!? Like...why do they have a million dollar industry?

[@erinobrien8793]

Someone violated the HIPPA laws to out James. Someone should be investigating how the tabloid found out, etc.

[@nmikali3848]

What a beautiful person, so gentle, centered and soft spoken. I learned a lot from this short interview. Thanks for your transparency. Ill be praying for you and your family.❤

[@RossanaGlasgow]

God has a way of stripping us bare. We need each other. Blessings to you and your family. God wants you to know he is your Abba Father. Trust him

[@macrichardson7904]

I can assure you that everyone here reading this is bombarding you with love and positive healing energy. May you triumph over this and live for us to see you perform again for all of us.

[@Lynore_Marie]

I pray for healing, and peace to James and his beautiful family, and I’m sending them so much love. God Bless You All.

[@thefamouspeopleus]

The way he shares so openly about his healing journey and love for his family is both heartwarming and powerful.

[@myjoyfulwealth]

What a lovely gentle eloquent man

[@amylloyd2078]

He has so much poise and calm as he talks about this experience. What an elegant and thoughtful man/father/ husband. I wish him a multitude of miracles and healing as he navigates all of this.

[@EM-mw2qr]

I'm an empath too. Always trying to take care of everyone. Sometimes you need to take care of yourself for a while.

[@stormiewoods1490]

Sending love to James and his family.

[@frannyfaye2683]

Family and friends are all that matter when you are facing a life threatening disease. God bless you and your beautiful family. ❤

[@anjelica9520]

What a beautiful children and wife he has!!! You will recover James, your family & the world need you! 🙏

[@catapillargirl2021]

What a great man! I wish him full healing and a swift journey as well.

[@jasonbrown7312]

He wasn't ready to tell us this I feel but I'm glad he did. 🙏🙏❤❤

[@Beautifulchild22]

What gracious beautiful soul he is ❤

[@eileenbecker9245]

Thank you for sharing your story! You will help so many! My husband is 15 year survivor

[@dennisehatfield8174]

What a realistic way to tell his story. Amazing words. 😢😢😢😢 I’m so sorry Jamesc be strong. We love u

[@randallgoeswhere]

Sucks to hear. He's a great guy. Wish him all the best in his fight.

[@lunaaquafina3754]

James V. is a great man, husband, and dad. I'm praying for him. My brother's favorite movie, Varsity Blues, has always been a favorite in our family holding a special spot in our hearts, as James does. We Love you James. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@LauraKilgourBeninson]

Praying for you James... Bless you and your beautiful family...Keep the fight going, you,God and great medical breakthroughs have this. ❤️

[@keepingitrealalways2118]

There is nothing better than having a family to love! I wish you so so many more years with your family and a 100% recovery.

[@AshleyBrown-r3w]

My husband I really respect your story...we have experienced the same and are praying the best for you, your wife and your family. Its hard to understand unless you have experienced it.

[@darcypearson2606]

I was drawn in by his way of communicating his story & situation. God bless you & your Family James.

[@deblibra]

Love him been following him since Dawnsons creek , He is a wonderful family man, Praying for him and his family ❤❤❤

[@truthbombs-ii7ke]

Very beautiful family James, remember watching Dawson's Creek back in the day, enjoyable series for the period it was, hoping for your full recovery, best wishes!

[@CatherineSimard-f7g]

What an amazing, loving human. I wish him to live happily into an old man. ♥

[@beatpirate8]

Ive seen so much colorectal ca for young adults. Its crazy. He is such a good dad w a large family w many little ones. I wish you strength!

[@luisastratton9777]

Thank you for your testimony 🙏 I am going for 1st colonscopy this week. Thank God I ran into your testimony

[@Sillygrammy]

He found THE BEAUTY OF LIFE through a scary diagnosis. I love that he wants to help others, but wish he would have shared the "symptoms" he had. I think sharing those are most important, in order to prevent. I do wish this beautiful man and his family the best as they walk through this.🙏

[@JacquelineRoseSchlegel]

Yeah I hope another interview comes where he says how he got to that point of wanting to go to the drs and maybe what lead up to it years before it can help knowing what to look for

[@melissagreenhill3456]

Yeah I was hoping he would share too, but he's probably not ready yet. I don't think he was ready to share his story at all, but some tabloid found out and was going to run it. So he seems to be taking control of the narrative which is a good thing.

[@sarahrupert5320]

Yeah, I was thinking that too. He stated that he wants to spread awareness, so maybe it just slipped his mind to mention the initial symptoms. I wish the interviewer would have asked him…but maybe there will be another interview where he talks about it. It’s definitely important…

[@MagaliGIL-l7f]

@@sarahrupert5320 You can easily find the symptoms on the internet but many diseases share the same symptoms so the best option is to talk to your doctor first and the symptoms can vary from one person to another too even if some are the same.

[@MagaliGIL-l7f]

@@melissagreenhill3456 He was not supposed to talk about it , he was forced to share his story because of this tabloid . He probably wanted his private life remains private and didn't want to tell anyone outside of his family and close friends to know about ' cause he has been diagnosed 15 months ago. It is still very hard for him to talk about it and he might not want to share " his symptoms " to the world.

[@theresag.4188]

He is so humble and well spoken. His family is so lovely on Instagram. I really hope and pray he is good and healthy!!!! 🙏

[@heathernegaard7521]

James always seems to be an excellent husband and father. A truly good and loyal man. I wish him a full recovery and he and his family good health, peace, and happiness.❤❤

[@Sophia-yo9rp]

I appreciate you sharing your story. What hit me hard was "This is going to take me out of my body or teach me how to live in it." I take your message to heart... to learn how to live better in my body and in this life. Thank you. May your body heal and be restored. I have been struggling so much today with another issue in my life. You remind me to see it as an opportunity and go easy on myself. thank you.

[@sharona.mcgowan152]

Sending prayers and positive energy your way for a healthy & speedy recovery 🙏🌹🙏🌹

[@eternalriver7866]

I pray for a miracle healing for him to live many more years to come

[@Becizzle]

I love how honest he is. How calmly hes speaking about it. He seems at peace with his diagnosis whatever the outcome may be. I hope he has more time.

[@gwendaholyfield7676]

What a truly special humble guy......🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 pray that he fully recovers and lives a long and happy life with his beautiful wife and family 🙏🏼❤️🌹🌹❤️🙏🏼

[@lesleyganschow7458]

Praying for a speedy and healthy recovery! God Bless ❤

[@teresamendoza8072]

You talk and feel the same as me. May God protect you. 🙏❤️

[@dieselimpact1736]

May the holy spirit keep you many more years and give you the strength to keep the battle and overcome this disease.

[@bruh_hahaha]

So scary. Sending him all the best. 🍀🤞🏼🙏

[@sandrakohorst8706]

Give yourself the grace to go through all the stages from shock to anger to grief to fighting it all the way through. Been there ( mine was Lupus) and I survived Chemo stronger than I've ever been. I will pray for you 🙏. You can do this!

[@simple_naildesigns]

Prayers for you and your family during this difficult time ❤️‍🩹🙏

[@barbararoberts4471]

Sending healing prayers to you and your lovely family

[@magdavanderlith925]

I believe what you get is what you have given. You must have been a good person to get so much love now. All the best. Hope for complete healing. 😊😊😊

[@valerysweeney6087]

God bless you & your family. You are making a difference by sharing your story.

[@ashbabe1945]

❤ Praying for James and his family ❤️ ! What an amazing human being.

[@lifebysuzanne9405]

God bless him and every warrior in this fight

[@jenmiller449]

Holy hell. What an amazing man. I hope he heals and stays healthy! I know he's so much more then Dawson's creek but that's where I know him from and was a massive fan of the show and this is heartbreaking to see. Praying for him and his family ❤

[@maryanneborders9602]

You have helped so many people by being so open about your diagnosis.

[@breauxsw]

Much respect Mr.Berk ❤I wish you a full recovery. Please 🙏 take care of yourself. Everyone understands.

[@daniyellpayne9033]

You were a part of my childhood memories, which were great, and I'm praying for you, and I wish you a speedy recovery. You can get through this. I did so, and you can do it, too. Many prayers are going up.

[@NewSkiwi]

Same here.

[@cathywood2519]

You are also an extraordinary man and you will come out of this healthier and stronger. You have the most beautiful family and I wish you all the best in life.

[@jjsmakeupobsession323]

Praying for him and his family 🙏🙏🙏

[@Debbiesdilemmas]

I always appreciate and admire people that are open to telling their story in hopes of spreading awareness. Whatever illness or condition you have there will always be people who can learn from you. James is so intelligent and well spoken and I am thankful for his honestly. I pray he will live a long and healthy life.❤️🙏

[@v.a.993]

James, I am so sorry that this has happened to you. I loved your work in the first season of Pose.

[@ThiKu]

I love that he acknowledged he is one of many millions of people. All the best James and your family! 🙏💪

[@edwardvalle449]

Get well young man , I enjoy your work . Sandra and I are sending you all our love and prayers 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mememcguire1616]

Because of your story I am now going to go get checked. Thank you James for spreading awareness

[@angelareeve7089]

So many prayers for you and your family ❤

[@michaeldirvin3568]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I remember watching you on Dawson's Creek. I recently had a near-death experience. Unfortunately, all the people I thought would be there for me, or not. I now look at it as a gift because it's better to know if someone's going to be there versus believing they will be there and then not show up. I'm happy for you that you have a good support system. Thank you for your share today.

[@suemaxwell-e8b]

My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. Positive attitude, I feel, makes all the difference in the world. My brother had the best attitude & lived a lot longer than doctors thought. My sister-n-law is going strong after many, many years. You have a beautiful family. Stay strong. Always love watching you. You can tell you are a gentle giant

[@melissareid640]

Praying for a full recovery and peace in your heart and mind in those moments.

[@tarapresley83]

Prayers for you and your family! 🙏🏻🤍

[@Landing5]

So well spoken. I hope everyone listens and takes action their own lives. All the best to James and his family

[@laurensouche-gîte]

Wow, this interview has made me an instant fan of James. Didn't know a ton about him apart from his work, which is good, but how graceful and centred he is.... Inspiring. Much love from Canada, and good things to him and his fam in the future ❤

[@sandysouthward3635]

What a lovely guy. I really appreciate his grit and honesty.

[@rachelhelman2098]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, James ❤

[@LEEGUNNAISATOTTENHAMFAN]

It’s over for him luv

[@vegamusician]

We love you man. I always think of you as a sweet sensitive person, and we are here for you. You are gonna be okay!

[@jasonsturges3540]

Wow I'm so sorry James. Your in my prayers.

[@ruisaraiva551]

Stay strong. May the best come your way.

[@Ideadelightz]

James - You are such a beautiful soul, have the most amazing wife and kids. Please take care of your self. It is very tough for empaths to ask for help. Thank you for raising the level of awareness about colonoscopy. Love to you and your family. 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

[@artisanjames182]

What a guy... been a fan for a while... saw Varsity Blues on the big screen when I was pretty young...wishing him the best

[@DanaJunkin]

I absolutely adore him. I pray for his healing and recovery.

[@r.mcbride2837]

Very nice gentleman. Lovely family. We wish him well.

[@leedixon4228]

You are my favorite in Dawson's Creek. Prayers of healing for you James. 🙏🙏🙏

[@kathy.7475]

I liked him in Mrs. Miracle. I watch it every Christmas season. Prayers for his recovery.

[@bg-ij9uc]

you are an inspiration. your entire demeanor is exemplary. I gained inner and out peace just listening to and learning from you during this video. Thank you.I wish you great health and healing.

[@claudiaraffo9340]

May the best come your way 🙏 better health, better emotional balance & better inner self 🙌💪

[@BarbaraCorbett-ze3my]

What an incredible human being.