From Dawson's Creek to a Crowdfunding Mission: Paul Walter Hauser Rallies for James Van Der Beek

James Van Der Beek isn’t just fighting stage 3 colorectal cancer; he’s also battling to keep his financial footing. In a touching show of solidarity, actor Paul Walter Hauser has teamed up with Cameo to support Van Der Beek, setting a fundraising goal of $20,000 by March 1. With the Dawson’s Creek alum selling off personal memorabilia to cover medical expenses, Hauser felt compelled to help and started creating personalized video messages to raise funds directly for his friend.

Hauser’s efforts don’t stop there; he’s also auctioning off items donated by celebrity friends like Josh Gad and Jimmy Kimmel to make a bigger impact. He’s no stranger to charitable efforts, making clear he’s in this for the right reasons. Fans of both actors are witnessing a heartfelt reunion of support; the Hollywood camaraderie is a reminder that friendships can make all the difference during difficult times. With pals like Hauser around, perhaps the old saying about friends being the family you choose really does ring true — or, at least, helped make the burden a bit lighter!