00:00James Van Der Beek apologizes to Sun for being too weak, an emotional birthday tribute amid cancer battle.
00:08James Van Der Beek shared some sweet new photos of himself and his son Jeremiah,
00:12as the former Dawson's Creek star continues to battle stage 3 colorectal cancer.
00:18Four years old today.
00:20After two late-term losses, we thought we were done.
00:23Thank God you knew better.
00:24Van Der Beek, 48, wrote alongside a carousel of pictures he posted via Instagram on October 11.
00:31An iron will combined with an innate sweetness.
00:35An all boy.
00:37And as you run around and scream and bang things, all I can think about is how grateful I am that you came to us.
00:44Van Der Beek referenced his health struggles in the birthday message to Jeremiah, saying,
00:48I'm sorry there have been spells.
00:51Where I couldn't be the father, I would want to be for you.
00:53Where I was too weak to pick you up, throw you around, or even put you to bed.
00:58But know that watching you reveal yourself to us has been one of the greatest joys of my life.
01:04Van Der Beek revealed his cancer diagnosis in November 2024.
01:08And last month, he canceled his in-person attendance at the Dawson's Creek reunion for health reasons.
01:14While the Varsity Blues star did manage to join virtually with a pre-recorded video, fans couldn't help but notice he looked markedly different, sparking concern about his health.
01:25A source previously told Star that Van Der Beek was staying positive and upbeat and doesn't want anyone to worry about him after his absence at the Dawson's Creek reunion.
01:37He's being a rock-solid friend to everyone who knows him.
01:40A perfect colleague and husband and an amazing dad to his kids.
01:44The source added and noted that Van Der Beek was upset he couldn't make the reunion in person.
01:48He's been a rock-solid friend to everyone who knows him.
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