Nikki Reed hails 'beautiful soul' James Van Der Beek

Nikki Reed hails 'beautiful soul' James Van Der Beek Nikki Reed has taken to social media to pay tribute to James Van Der Beek. 11 February 2026 Nikki Reed has paid an emotional tribute to James Van Der Beek. Nikki Reed has paid tribute to James Van Der Beek The Dawson's Creek star has died, aged 48, following a years-long battle with colorectal cancer, and Nikki has taken to social media to lavish praise on her showbiz pal, describing James as the "wisest person [she's] ever known". Nikki said on her Instagram Story: "You beautiful soul.