James Van Der Beek
American actor, Dawson's Creek star
An actor gained prominence through a leading role in the television series 'Dawson's Creek,' which aired from 1998 to 2003. This series explored the lives and relationships of a group of friends in a small coastal town. After 'Dawson's Creek,' appeared in notable roles on television, including 'How I Met Your Mother' and 'Varsity Blues,' which showcased a range of themes from comedy to high school football drama. Van Der Beek also participated in reality television, joining 'Dancing with the Stars' in 2019. His work encompasses both comedic and dramatic performances, demonstrating versatility in various acting roles.
Led role in 'Dawson's Creek'
Starred in 'Varsity Blues'
Appeared in 'How I Met Your Mother'
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Keemstar
YouTuber and creator of DramaAlert
Born
March 8th, 1982 44 years ago
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Cricketer and former England player
Born
March 8th, 1951 75 years ago
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Singer-songwriter of 'I Will Follow Him'
Born
March 8th, 1948 78 years ago
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Actress and comedian, AT&T commercials
Born
March 8th, 1987 39 years ago
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Born
March 8th, 1968 58 years ago
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Baseball player; 1972 American League MVP
Born
March 8th, 1942 84 years ago
Died
December 7th, 2020 5 years ago — 78 years old
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