Katie Holmes

Katie Holmes is an actress best known for her role as Joey Potter in the late 1990s teen drama *Dawson's Creek*. She is currently newsworthy due to the recent death of her *Dawson's Creek* co-star, James Van Der Beek, who played the lead role of Dawson Leery. Van Der Beek passed away at the age of 48 after battling bowel cancer, a diagnosis he revealed in November 2024 after receiving it in the latter half of 2023. Holmes has publicly paid tribute to Van Der Beek, sharing a handwritten letter expressing her gratitude for having shared in a part of his journey. The news of Van Der Beek's death has prompted widespread reactions and tributes from other co-stars like Busy Philipps, highlighting the enduring impact and legacy of *Dawson's Creek* and its cast. A fundraiser for Van Der Beek's widow and children has surpassed its initial goal, demonstrating the significant outpouring of support.