Hollywood is in mourning after James Van Der Beek's death at age 48. "Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace," a statement shared via Instagram on Wednesday, February 11, read. "There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of time. Those days will come. For now we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend." Van Der Beek's death comes after a years-long battle with cancer.