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James Van Der Beek Acknowledges “Tough Year” After “Giant Life Re-Direct Cancer Placed In My Path”


James Van Der Beek, who revealed earlier this month that he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer, took time out on Turkey Day to show gratitude.

James Van Der BeekGetty Images James Van Der Beek, who revealed earlier this month that he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer, took time out on Turkey Day to acknowledge how grateful he is for “this new relationship I have to my body.” Early versions of the disease begin as noncancerous forms called polyps. In December, Van Der Beek is set to appear on The Real Full Monty, a two-hour special also featuring Taye Diggs, Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones and veteran Dancing with the Stars judge Bruno Tonioli as they strip down to raise awareness for prostate, testicular and colorectal cancer testing and research.

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