Katie Holmes Pays Tribute To ‘Dawson’s Creek’ Co-Star James Van Der Beek In Handwritten Letter

Katie Holmes is mourning the death of her beloved co-star James Van Der Beek, who passed away Feb. 11 at the age of 48. The 47-year-old actress took to Instagram the following morning to share a touching tribute to her former “Dawson’s Creek” castmate, acknowledging that she did so with a “heavy heart.” “This is a lot to process. I am so grateful to have shared in a piece of James’ journey,” Katie wrote in the post’s caption, adding, “He is beloved.”