James Van Der Beek's widow remembers Eric Dane, sends love to Rebecca Gayheart
Washington, February 22
James Van Der Beek's widow, Kimberly Van Der Beek, recalled shared moments of friendship and loss as she reached out to support Rebecca Gayheart after the demise of actor Eric Dane.
Kimberly remembered the bond the two families shared over the years. She took to her Instagram Stories to post a red carpet picture featuring herself, her late husband James Van Der Beek, Eric Dane, and Rebecca Gayheart. Along with the photo, she spoke about the pain of loss and the memories of happier times together.
"RIP @realericdane," wrote Kimberly with a red carpet photo of the four of them on her Instagram Story. "We love you @rebeccagayheartdane. Will miss our guys laughing at Christmas parties together."
Kimberly referred to the sudden goodbye and the "Christmas parties" where the two men would often be seen laughing together. "RIP @realericdane. We love you @rebeccagayheartdane. Will miss our guys laughing at Christmas parties together," she wrote.
Rebecca Gayheart later reshared the post on her own Instagram Story. As she responded to Kimberly's message, she reflected on shared grief and love, writing, "So much love for you."
The death of Eric Dane was confirmed by his family in a statement released on Thursday.
"With heavy hearts, we share that Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon following a courageous battle with ALS," they said in part. "He spent his final days surrounded by dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the center of his world," the statement read as per Deadline.
Just last week, James Van Der Beek passed away at the age of 48 after battling colorectal cancer, a condition he had spoken about publicly in November 2024.
— ANI
Reader Comments
ALS and colorectal cancer... both such terrible diseases. Makes you think about health. We need more awareness about early detection in India too. My thoughts are with their children.
I didn't really follow their work, but the story is very sad. Losing a spouse is the hardest thing. The image of them missing their husbands laughing at Christmas parties... that's a very specific, human detail that hits home.
While the sentiment is touching, the article feels a bit repetitive, repeating the same Instagram quote. Could have focused more on their careers or the legacy they leave behind for their fans.
It's a poignant reminder that celebrities are just people with families and friends. The bond between these two women, now both widows, is something special. Wishing them both peace.
Om Shanti. May their souls find peace. The way they are supporting each other publicly is good. In our culture, we often grieve privately, but sharing grief can also be healing.
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