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    James Van Der Beek reveals colon cancer diagnosis

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    The “Dawson’s Creek” star has been “privately dealing” with her cancer diagnosis, according to a recently released statement.

    James Van Der Beek is looking positive amid a recent health scare.

    The 47-year-old “Dawson’s Creek” star revealed he has been diagnosed with colorectal cancer in a statement to People magazine published Sunday.

    “I have colon cancer,” Van Der Beek told the magazine. “I have dealt with this diagnosis privately and have taken steps to resolve it, with the support of my incredible family.”

    Van Der Beek’s publicist Whitney Tancred confirmed his cancer diagnosis in an email to USA TODAY.

    Colorectal cancer, or colon cancer, occurs when polyps or growths develop on the inner lining of the colon, according to Cleveland Clinic. If the cancer is not treated, it can spread to other parts of the body.

    Although Van Der Beek did not go into detail about his treatment, the actor added that “there is reason for optimism and I feel good.”

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    Colon cancer, the third most common cancer in the U.S., typically affects people age 50 and older, according to Cleveland Clinic. Over the past 15 years, the number of people aged 20 to 49 diagnosed with bowel cancer has increased by approximately 1.5% each year.

    Van Der Beek has been married to business advisor Kimberly Brook since 2010. The couple have six children: daughters Olivia, 14; Annabel, 10; Emilia, 8; Gwendolyn, 6; and sons Joshua, 12; and Jeremiah, 3.

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    The actor’s health problems do not appear to have slowed his career. Van Der Beek recently guest-starred in the Western crime drama ‘Walker’ and will appear in the Tubi romance film ‘Sidelined The QB and Me’.

    (This story has been updated to add new information.)

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