James Van Der Beek announced that he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer. The 47-year-old actor released a brief statement over the weekend saying he was “personally concerned” about the disease.
“I have colorectal cancer. I deal specifically with this diagnosis and, with the support of my incredible family, I am taking steps to resolve the problem,” Van Der Beek said. he said. People Sunday. He added: “There is reason to be optimistic and I feel good.”
Van Der Beek also said that although he continues to work, he prioritizes spending time with his wife of 14 years, Kimberly Van Der Beek, and their six children, Olivia, Joshua, Annabel, Emilia, Gwendolyn and Jeremiah.
will be on stage in December Real Full MontyA two-hour Fox special inspired by the 1997 Oscar-nominated film. Full Montyfeaturing a “brave group of famous men” to raise awareness about prostate, testicular and colorectal cancer testing and research. In addition to Van Der Beek, the special program includes Taye Diggs, musician Tyler Posey, Kansas City Chiefs' Chris Jones, Dancing with the Stars Judge Bruno Tonioli and executive producer Anthony Anderson.
The special will follow the six men “as they train and rehearse for the most revealing performance of their careers, culminating in a grand striptease dance choreographed by Emmy Award winner Mandy Moore, where they will get naked in front of a live performance.” mass.” The goal is to eliminate the stigma, so to speak, around prostate, testicular and colorectal cancer. Celebrities will also share their personal stories about how cancer has affected their lives.
Van Der Beek started acting as a teenager in the 90s, most notably appearing in WB teen dramas. Dawson Creekas well as the ABC comedy Don't Trust the B—- in Apartment 23 and including movies University Blues, Texas RangersAnd Attraction Rules.
Real Full Monty It will premiere on Fox on December 9, 2024.