Kimberly Van Der Beek was husband James Van Der Beek's biggest supporter through his cancer battle. Kimberly, who married James in 2010, was there each step of the way during his battle with stage 3 colorectal cancer and until his death on February 11, 2026. "Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning," a message from Kimberly and James' Instagram accounts read at the time, confirming the actor's death. "He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace. There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity, and the sacredness of time. Those days will come.