The relatives of the deceased actor, known for his role in Dawson's Creek, have expressed gratitude to those who contributed to the $2m fund.
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James Van Der Beek, the lead in the show, passed away at 48 due to cancer.
An online fundraising campaign has been initiated to assist the family of Van Der Beek, with his co-star Busy Philipps encouraging the public to contribute.
During the late 1990s and early 2000s, the father of six appeared in a range of notable television shows and movies, such as Dawson's Creek and...