Meredith Monroe pays tribute to late Dawson's Creek co-star James Van Der Beek Following his death from cancer, actress Meredith Monroe has paid tribute to her late Dawson's Creek co-star James Van Der Beek. 27 February 2026 Meredith Monroe has paid tribute to her late Dawson's Creek co-star James Van Der Beek. Meredith Monroe has paid tribute to her late Dawson's Creek co-star James Van Der Beek Saying his "legacy is your light" as a fundraising page established for his family surpasses $2.