Kimberly Van Der Beek is honoring her late husband, James Van Der Beek, with a heartfelt message on what would have been their wedding anniversary.
In an emotional post, she reflected on their 16 years of marriage and called herself "the luckiest woman in the world" when she married him.
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She shared selfies of the couple and a photo of James with their six children, noting that their marriage's beauty continues through their kids.
Kimberly wrote that James remains present in their family and continues to guide them, adding, "I'm eternally grateful."
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The couple raised their children together, and James often spoke publicly about fatherhood and family importance.
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This anniversary marks the first since the "Dawson's Creek" star died after battling stage 3 colorectal cancer, which he announced in late 2024.
A GoFundMe for his children raised over a million dollars within 24 hours of his death and now sits at around $2.9 million.
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His death has drawn tributes from across the entertainment world, reflecting his lasting impact.