James Van Der Beek
Biography
James Van Der Beek (March 8, 1977 – February 11, 2026) was an American actor best known for his role as Dawson Leary on the television series Dawson's Creek.
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Known Credits
39
Gender
Male
Birthday
1977-03-08
Place of Birth
Cheshire, Connecticut, USA
Also Known As
James Van Derbeek, James David Van Der Beek
Known For
The Rules of Attraction 
Angus 
Texas Rangers 
Final Draft 
Formosa Betrayed 
Varsity Blues 
The Plague 
Stolen 
Vandermemes 
Asshole for Hire 
DILF Khakis 
Van Der Week: Behind the Scenes 
Taken in Broad Daylight 
Mrs. Miracle 
The Big Bang 
Eye of the Beast 
Harvest 
Salem Falls 
Backwards 
Labor Day 
Dawson's Creek - The Series Finale (Extended Cut) 
Oh, What a Lovely Tea Party 
Sidelined: The QB and Me 
Inspired by Bret Easton Ellis 
The Magic Bracelet 
Robot Chicken: Star Wars 
Standing Still 
Downsizing 
I Love You, I Love You Not 
Jay and Silent Bob Reboot 
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back 
Scary Movie 
Bad Hair 
The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU 
The Real Full Monty 
All-Time Favorite NFL Players Named by Celebrities, Players, and Coaches 
Sidelined 2: Intercepted 
Danny Roane: First Time Director 
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