Joshua Jackson Says James Van Der Beek’s Death Hits Different As a Father

Joshua Jackson and James Van Der Beek became famous while co-starring on Dawson’s Creek for six seasons. Jackson felt that Van Der Beek prioritized fatherhood, making their time working together feel secondary. He described their experience as a formative one, saying they both fondly remember that period. However, Jackson emphasized that his own accomplishments paled in comparison to Van Der Beek’s dedication to his family. He went on to praise Van Der Beek’s character, calling him a truly good man with unwavering faith, a devoted husband, and an incredibly dedicated father. While acknowledging Van Der Beek lived a fulfilling life, Jackson expressed the immense tragedy of the loss for his family.







