Reese Witherspoon shared a heartfelt tribute to James Van Der Beek after his death. "Devastated to hear about James Van Der Beek," Witherspoon, 49, posted via her Instagram Stories along with an image of the late actor on Wednesday, February 11. "What an extraordinary, talented man who also showed great kindness and grace in every action. Praying all the angels watch over his family during this difficult time." Prior to his death on Wednesday, Van Der Beek had filmed his final role in the upcoming series Elle, a prequel to Witherspoon's 2001 comedy Legally Blonde.