James Van Der Beek of Wilmington-shot 'Dawson's Creek' dies at 48

James Van Der Beek, the actor best-known for playing the title role in Wilmington-shot TV series "Dawson's Creek," has died at the age of 48.
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Locals gather in downtown Wilmington to remember James Van Der Beek

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)– Locals gathered in Downtown Wilmington to honor the life of James Van Der Beek. Locals left a makeshift memorial between Market Street and Water Street, leaving flowers, a ...

26 Years Later, James Van Der Beek’s Iconic ‘Dawson’s Creek’ Episode Hits Different for a Reason

The deeper meaning and historical significance of Dawson's Creek's iconic Season 3 finale goes far beyond its famous "Crying ...

Wilmington community reflects on James Van Der Beek’s impact

The show was filmed in Wilmington and helped raise the port city’s filming profile. Hell’s Kitchen, a downtown Wilmington restaurant that opened its doors over 20 years ago, started on the set of ...
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James Van Der Beek makes surprise appearance at ‘Dawson's Creek' reunion

Originally appeared on E! Online. James Van Der Beek didn't want to wait for this reunion to go on without him. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are. "I can't believe I'm not there," Van Der ...
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‘Dawson’s Creek’ star reveals she privately battled cancer

In Capeside, these residents stick together. Twenty-two years after last appearing on the hit WB drama, “Dawson’s Creek,” Mary-Margaret Humes is supporting her former on-screen son, James Van Der Beek ...

Dawson's Creek cast: Where the actors are now

"Dawson's Creek" was one of the great teen dramas, creating an era of appointment TV for the high school set. Here's how the main cast is doing today.