Overview
- James Van Der Beek died on February 11, 2026 at age 48 from colorectal cancer.
- Brother Jared Van Der Beek posted an emotional Instagram tribute, describing their bond and thanking supporters for their kindness.
- Friends launched a GoFundMe for wife Kimberly and their six children that collected more than $2.2 million in under 48 hours.
- Reporting cites realtor.com in stating he purchased a roughly 36-hectare ranch near Spicewood on January 9 for about $4.76 million via an LLC in an off-market deal.
- He had publicly disclosed his diagnosis in November 2024 and later said in a December 2025 TV interview that he was feeling better and focusing on the present.