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The Independent UK
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Brittany Miller and Tom Murray

James Van Der Beek misses scheduled interview due to highly contagious condition

Van Der Beek James Van Der Beek
  • James Van Der Beek missed his scheduled exclusive interview on the Today show on Friday morning.
  • The actor explained his absence on Instagram, stating he had to postpone due to contracting pink eye, a highly contagious condition.
  • Van Der Beek was due to discuss his journey with stage three colorectal cancer, with which he was diagnosed last year.
  • He has been open about his cancer battle, previously appearing on 'Today' in July to discuss his 'full-time job' of managing the illness and urging viewers to get screened.
  • Van Der Beek has rescheduled his 'Today' show appearance for 17 December.

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James Van Der Beek reveals reason for missing Today show appearance amid cancer diagnosis

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