Overview

• Van Der Beek says managing his stage 3 colorectal cancer feels like “a full-time job” and anticipates it will remain a process for the rest of his life.
• He reports feeling great in recent interviews and has incorporated yoga, stretching routines and a keto diet to support his treatment.
• The actor emphasizes open, age-appropriate conversations with his six children, who have rallied to care for him emotionally.
• As a spokesperson for Guardant Health’s FDA-approved blood test, he highlights the need for colon cancer screenings starting at age 45.
• He continues to work on projects such as the “Elle” Legally Blonde prequel series, finding that acting offers a respite from his health challenges.