In November 2024, actor James Van Der Beek publicly revealed his battle with cancer. Fortunately, he’s not facing this challenge alone, as his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, and their six children — Olivia, Joshua, Annabel, Emilia, Gwendolyn, and Jeremiah — are standing by him.

The 47-year-old actor openly discussed his colorectal cancer diagnosis, which typically originates in the rectum or colon. He expressed optimism about his recovery, stating, “I’ve been handling this privately, making strides toward recovery with the amazing support of my family. There’s reason to be hopeful, and I’m feeling positive.”

Kimberly took to Instagram to express her unwavering support. She shared a heartfelt message accompanied by Sneha’s song “So This Is Love.” She also posted a picture of Northern Cardinals, renowned for their lifelong partnerships, symbolizing their enduring bond.

A month later, Kimberly shared an Instagram video discussing their family’s move to Texas. She candidly shared the challenges of balancing the move, parenting, and the pandemic. While reminiscing about their time in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills, she expressed excitement for their new life in Texas.

In December 2020, James offered a glimpse of their new home’s exterior on Instagram, showing Kimberly riding a four-wheeler with one of their children.

In 2024, Kimberly honored James’s birthday, which coincides with International Women’s Day, by sharing a series of their photos together. Over the years, the couple has shared glimpses of their home’s interior, including their kitchen and brick-walled bathroom. Kimberly has expressed her appreciation for the simple joys of their new life, such as feeling warm winds, enjoying walks, and feeding their chickens.