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Van Der Beek Dies, BYU Star Charged, Navy Ship Collides

James Van Der Beek, the star of "Dawson's Creek," died at the age of 48, according to his publicist and a social media post from his wife. The actor, who also starred in "Varsity Blues," passed away peacefully on the morning of February 12, 2026, after being diagnosed with colorectal cancer in November 2024. His cause of death was not shared.

Van Der Beek's wife, Kimberly, wrote on Instagram, "Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace." She added that there was much to share regarding his wishes and love for humanity, but requested privacy for the family as they grieved. Whitney Tancred, Van Der Beek's publicist, confirmed his death to CBS News. In 2024, Van Der Beek told People magazine that he was "feeling good" despite his diagnosis.

In other news, Brigham Young University wide receiver Parker Kingston has been charged with first-degree rape in Utah. Prosecutors filed the charge against the 21-year-old on Wednesday, and he is being held without bail in St. George, near Arizona. His initial court appearance is scheduled for Friday. The investigation into the alleged assault began last February, according to prosecutors. A 20-year-old woman reported the assault to officers at a St. George hospital on February 23, 2025. Police gathered digital and forensic evidence and interviewed those involved.

Also, Attorney General Pam Bondi told members of Congress on Tuesday that Ghislaine Maxwell "will hopefully die in prison." Bondi made the statement after being questioned about allegations that Jeffrey Epstein's co-conspirator was receiving special treatment, including a controversial transfer to a minimum-security prison. Maxwell, 64, has been incarcerated since her arrest in July 2020. Bondi, however, could not say who ordered the transfer.

In other developments, two U.S. Navy sailors were injured on Wednesday after the U.S. Navy destroyer USS Truxtun and the supply ship USNS Supply collided in the Caribbean. According to U.S. Southern Command, the incident occurred during a replenishment-at-sea. Both ships reported sailing safely, and the incident is under investigation.

Finally, the CBS News program "48 Hours" will air a new episode on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 10/9c, titled "The Girl from Wahoo." The show airs Saturdays on CBS and streams on Paramount.

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