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Actress Katie Holmes <\/strong>has spoken out after coming together with her Dawson\u2019s Creek family and fans, all in honor of James Van Der Beek.<\/strong> The actor\u2019s cancer battle led to the long-awaited and anticipated reunion on Sept. 22.<\/p>\n Sadly, Van Der Beek was unable to attend<\/a> at the last minute due to illness, but he did make a surprise video appearance. Van Der Beek’s wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek<\/strong>, and kids showed up, stealing the show from the rest of the cast.<\/p>\n \u00a0\ud83c\udfacSIGN UP for Parade’s Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox\ud83c\udfac<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Taking to Instagram, Holmes opened up about what the reunion meant to her, especially with Van Der Beek missing it. The actress shared a video of her with Joshua Jackson<\/strong> and Michelle Williams<\/strong> on stage with \u201cJames\u201d written across it, a red heart emoji, and a prayer emoji.<\/p>\n \u201cI will never find the words for what these three beautiful humans mean to me. For our shared journey. For our everlasting bond. James, Josh, Michelle\u2026 from\u00a0 April 1997\u2014- I love you. James, you got this. We got you. To everyone who supported us from the beginning and who continue to support James and his beautiful family, we thank you. Thank you for last night. \u2764\ufe0f,\u201d she wrote as the caption.<\/p>\n Holmes, Jackson, and Williams were joined by Mary Beth Peil,<\/strong>John Wesley Shipp,<\/strong>Mary-Margaret Humes<\/strong>, Nina Repeta,<\/strong>Kerr Smith,<\/strong>Meredith Monroe,<\/strong> and Busy Philipps <\/strong>at the Richard Rodgers Theater in New York for a special reading of the Dawson\u2019s Creek pilot.<\/p>\n Lin-Manuel Miranda <\/strong>stepped in for Van Der Beek and played Dawson Leery.<\/p>\n In a separate Instagram Post,<\/a> Holmes gave a special shout out to Williams for bringing the cast together and making the special night happen.<\/p>\n Related: James Van Der Beek\u2019s Wife Speaks Out After He Dropped Out of \u2018Dawson\u2019s Creek\u2019 Reunion<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The comments section of Holmes\u2019 Instagram post was filled with fans gushing over the evening.<\/p>\n \u201cThis was the most incredible and generous thing you all came together to do for James and your fans. We love you and it was an honor to be there!!!\u201d said one fan. A different fan stated, \u201cThis was such a beautiful thing to do for James. It is true when life gets tough your true friends shine through the darkness. \u2764\ufe0f\u2764\ufe0f\u201d<\/p>\n Another fan expressed, \u201cI still can\u2019t believe I got to be there. It was the most special night celebrating with other super fans. My dogs are named Pacey & Joey so it is safe to say that you all are always such a huge presence in my heart. This show shaped my entire youth. Thank you for doing this for all of us. I will never forget it.\u201d<\/p>\n One fan declared, \u201cIt really makes me cry. You are my best memories of early adolescence. Thank you for everything \u2764\ufe0f\u201d Other fan comments included, \u201cI can\u2019t \ud83d\ude2d we love you so much \u2764\ufe0f\u201d and \u201cDawson’s Creek Forever \ud83d\udc9a\ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddf7.\u201d<\/p>\n It was a night the cast of Dawson\u2019s Creek and fans will never forget!<\/p>\n Next: \u00a0James Brolin, 83, Looks Ageless While Sharing Rare Update on Wife Barbra Streisand<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n This story was originally reported by Parade<\/a> on Sep 23, 2025, where it first appeared in the News<\/a> section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\nKatie Holmes Struggles To Find The Words After Dawson\u2019s Creek Cast Reunites<\/h2>\n
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