While talking with Robin Roberts on Good Morning America, James Van Der Beek said his health journey has been “a lot” for him emotionally. The 47-year-old actor became popular through his roles in the TV series Dawson’s Creek and the movie Varsity Blues.

The Dawson’s Creek alum recently appeared on Good Morning America for his first live television interview with Robin Roberts since revealing his cancer diagnosis to People magazine. “Physically, I’m great. I’m feeling really good emotionally. You know, it’s a lot,” he told Roberts about his health.

James Van Der Beek revealed that his stage three colorectal cancer diagnosis has been a lot on him ‘emotionally’

"She’s really taught me what unconditional love is." James Van Der Beek is feeling grateful for all of the love and support that he’s received from his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, amid his ongoing battle with colorectal cancer.

The “Dawson’s Creek” alum is set to appear in “The Real Full Monty” — a two-hour special dedicated to raising awareness for prostate, testicular and colorectal cancer testing and research — weeks after sharing with the world he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2023.

James Van Der Beek and the cast of Fox’s ‘The Real Full Monty’ open up about raising awareness for men’s health with their new special. James also sheds light on his own cancer battle.

The Dawson's Creek star announced in November that he had been diagnosed with Stage 3 colorectal cancer. Now the 47-year-old has told how he's coping with his treatment. Speaking to Extra he said, "I'm feeling good.