Article continues below advertisementJames Van Der Beek is parting with cherished items from his acting career to help cover the costs of his colorectal cancer treatment. The actor has decided to auction off costume pieces and props from his beloved series Dawson's Creek and the classic film Varsity Blues.As part of Propstore's Winter Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction, Van Der Beek is offering a black metal chain necklace worn by his character Dawson Leery, a full outfit from the pilot episode of Dawson's Creek and several other collectibles.