James Van Der Beek, the actor best known for his role in the coming-of-age drama "Dawson's Creek," died at the age of 48, according to a statement from his family. The news, announced this morning, was described as "beyond devastating" by Fortune. Van Der Beek, who also gained recognition for his iconic GIF, passed peacefully, his family shared on Instagram, requesting privacy as they grieve.
Van Der Beek, who rose to fame playing the titular character in "Dawson's Creek," was also known for later mocking his own hunky persona. In 2024, he revealed he was being treated for colorectal cancer. The family's statement indicated that there would be more information shared regarding his wishes, love for humanity, and the sacredness of time, but for now, they requested peaceful privacy.
In other news, the 6th annual Awards for Excellence in Audio, also known as the Ambies, will be hosted by Emmy-winning comedian, writer, and producer Wyatt Cenac. The awards show is scheduled for Monday, February 23, as part of On Air Fest at the Arlo Williamsburg hotel in Brooklyn, according to Variety.
Also, the box office success of "Hamnet" sparked sales of Maggie O'Farrell's novel of the same name. In 2019, O'Farrell's agent sent a manuscript of the author's upcoming book to a group of producers and filmmakers, Variety reported. The novel centers around William Shakespeare and his wife, Agnes, as they grapple with the sudden death of their son.
In a separate development, Attorney General Pam Bondi declined to directly apologize to victims of Jeffrey Epstein for the Department of Justice's handling of the late convicted sex offender's case. During a House Judiciary Committee hearing on Wednesday, Democratic Rep. Pramila Jayapal of Washington asked victims present to raise their hands if they had not yet met with the Department of Justice, noting that every survivor had done so. Jayapal then asked Bondi if she would apologize, but Bondi refused.
Finally, Robert Tinney, the artist who defined the early personal computing era through his iconic Byte magazine covers, died at 78. His airbrushed, surrealist-inspired art helped translate complex AI and networking concepts into accessible visuals, shaping how a generation understood technology, according to Ars Technica. Tinney's work serves as a reminder of the power of art to communicate and popularize emerging technologies.
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