The 48-year-old actor died on Wednesday, after being diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2023. He rose to fame playing Dawson Leery in the popular US drama Dawson's Creek, which ran from 1998 to 2003, and followed a group of high school friends and the highs and lows of their friendships and romances. High-profile names, including director Steven Spielberg and actress Zoe Saldana, were among those who donated to the fundraiser set up to assist Van Der Beek's wife and six children. Spielberg and his wife Kate Capshaw made a one-off donation of $25,000 (£18,000). While Van Der Beek and Spielberg never worked together, the actor's character in Dawson's Creek famously idolised the director and had posters of his movies up on his bedroom wall. Guardians Of The Galaxy star Saldana pledged $2,500 (£1,800) a month, while Crazy Rich Asians director Jon M Chu pledged $10,000 (£7,300), as did talent manager Guy Oseary. The GoFundMe campaign, set up by friends of the Van Der Beek family to support Van Der Beek's wife, Kimberly, posted a thank you message which read: "Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for showing up for James and his beautiful family. Your kindness has meant more than we can put into words. "In the middle of deep grief, your support has been a light. It reminds us that love is real, that community is strong, and that James's spirit continues to bring people together." The GoFundMe page, which featured photos of Van Der Beek and his family, explained that the actor's family faced "not only emotional challenges but also significant financial strain" during his illness. It said: "In the wake of this loss, Kimberly and the children are facing an uncertain future. "The costs of James's medical care and the extended fight against cancer have left the family out of funds. "They are working hard to stay in their home and to ensure the children can continue their education and maintain some stability during this incredibly difficult time." It said donations would go towards essential living expenses and the support of his children's education. Sharing 'adventures of a unique youth' On Tuesday, Katie Holmes, who starred opposite Van Der Beek in Dawson's Creek, paid tribute to his "bravery" and "selflessness," posting a handwritten letter on Instagram. She said they had shared "laughter", "conversations about life", and "adventures of a unique youth". Alongside Van Der Beek and Holmes, Michelle Williams and Joshua Jackson made up the core cast of four, playing Jen Lindley and Pacey Witter, respectively. Dawson's Creek actors Busy Philipps, Kerr Smith and Mary-Margaret Humes, as well as the show's creator Kevin Williamson, were also among those who paid their respects. Actress Heather McComb, who was married to Van Der Beek between 2003 and 2010, said she was "heartbroken" at the news of his death. 'What a journey' "I am especially heartbroken for his incredible wife Kimberly, his beautiful children and his amazing family, Jim, Jared, Juliana and all of his family and friends who I know he loved deeply," she captioned an Instagram photo of the pair at her 21st birthday. She added: "What a journey we shared over the years. I sit here in immense gratitude for the special connection, friendship and love that James and I shared that has endured through decades. "I will treasure the last loving words we exchanged. James was a beautiful soul filled with so much light, love, talent, humor, depth, sensitivity, knowledge and a deep love of God that shined through him." Van Der Beek remarried to wife, Kimberly, in 2010. His film credits include the 1999 cult classic Varsity Blues, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, The Big Bang and Labor Day. Van Der Beek also starred in the film Varsity Blues, in which he played Jonathan "Mox" Moxon, the backup quarterback of a high school football team, and played a parody version of himself in the sitcom Don't Trust the B**** in Apartment 23.

The pair co-starred in the romantic drama, which Baldoni also directed, but promoted the film separately after its release in August 2024. In December that year, Lively filed a lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and accusing the filmmaker of co-ordinating a smear campaign against her. On Wednesday, the pair and their legal teams attended the US District Court in Manhattan, New York, to see if the case could be settled without going to trial. Mandatory settlement talks are generally required as part of civil proceedings, but are not open to the public or media. Talks between the stars' lawyers went on for more than six hours before they were pictured leaving the federal courthouse separately. Baldoni's wife, Emily, also attended the hearing. His attorney Bryan Freedman said afterwards that the talks did not result in a settlement. The stars spent the majority of the day in separate courtrooms, Sky News' US partner NBC reported, citing a source familiar with the proceedings. Magistrate Judge Sarah L Cave went back and forth between both legal teams, the source said. Will the case go to trial? Freedman told reporters outside the courtroom that the teams would return to court on Thursday for a "different matter on the docket", but did not say whether Baldoni and Lively would be present. He did not rule out a possible settlement in the future, saying that "there's always a chance" and that he remains "very hopeful" about how the case will proceed. If no settlement is reached, a trial is due to begin in May. Read more:Katie Holmes pays tribute to James Van Der BeekSky to bring streamers together in one subscription The case has reverberated through Hollywood, revealing private texts among A-listers - including singer Taylor Swift - and raising questions about the power, influence and gender dynamics in the industry. It began with Lively suing Baldoni and his hired crisis communications expert, alleging harassment and a co-ordinated campaign to attack her reputation after she complained about his treatment of her on the movie set. Baldoni and his Wayfarer Studios production company countersued Lively and her husband, Deadpool actor Ryan Reynolds, accusing them of defamation and extortion. His case was dismissed by a judge in June last year. A lawyer representing Baldoni, the studio and its representatives described Lively's claims as "completely false, outrageous and intentionally salacious".

The two actors rose to fame on the hit teen drama, which launched in 1998, playing on-off boyfriend and girlfriend Dawson Leery and Joey Potter. Van Der Beek died on Wednesday, aged 48, after being diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2023. Holmes, 47, said the news of his death had been "a lot to process" but she was "grateful to have shared in a piece of his journey". In a handwritten tribute shared in a photo on Instagram, she said they had shared "laughter", "conversations about life", and "adventures of a unique youth". Holmes, who went on to star in films and shows including Batman Begins and Ray Donovan, continued: "Bravery. Compassion. Selflessness. Strength. An appreciation for life and the action taken to live life with the integrity that life is art - creating a beautiful marriage, six loving children - the journey of a hero." The actress included a message to Van Der Beek's wife, Kimberly, and his children, saying: "We are here for you always. And will always be there to shower you with love and compassion." Dawson's Creek, which ran from 1998 to 2003, followed a group of high school friends and the highs and lows of their friendships and romances. 'One in a billion' Alongside Van Der Beek and Holmes, Michelle Williams and Joshua Jackson made up the core cast of four, playing Jen Lindley and Pacey Witter, respectively. The show was hugely popular, turning the young actors into household names in the US and UK. Busy Philipps, who starred in a later series of the show, also paid tribute to Van Der Beek, describing him as "one in a billion" and saying: "My heart is deeply hurting for all of us today." She also shared details of a GoFundMe page set up to support the actor's family, which says his medical care "and the extended fight against cancer have left the family out of funds". More than $1m has already been donated. Mary-Margaret Humes, who played Dawson's mother Gail, shared pictures of the pair together and wrote: "Rarely am I at a loss for words … today would be the exception. James, my gracious warrior, you fought a hard battle against all odds with such quiet strength and dignity. I will always love and admire you for that." She said they had spoken just a few days before his death and that those conversations are "forever sitting softly in my heart for safe keeping". Read more from Sky News:Brain chips have reached 'tipping point', says scientistPolice release call from boy who swam for hours to save stranded family Van Der Beek also starred in the film Varsity Blues, in which he played Jonathan "Mox" Moxon, the backup quarterback of a high school football team, and played a parody version of himself in the sitcom Don't Trust the B**** in Apartment 23. Krysten Ritter, who starred in the series, described her former co-star as a "beautiful human inside and out". Van Der Beek is survived by his wife, Kimberly, and six children.

The 84-year-old went missing from her home in Arizona under suspicious circumstances nearly two weeks ago. She was last seen at her home near Tucson on the evening of 31 January and was reported missing the following morning. Investigators said they had found signs of forced entry and believe she was taken against her will. Now the FBI has released CCTV footage showing an "armed individual" at her front door, and a man has been detained and released. Here's everything we know so far. What do we know about the disappearance? The NBC News anchor's mother was last seen on the evening of Saturday 31 January, when she was dropped off at home by family after having dinner with them, the sheriff's department said. Ms Guthrie, who lives alone, was then reported missing by her family the next day, after she did not attend church. Police have said Ms Guthrie has difficulty walking, a pacemaker, and requires daily medication for a heart condition. Her family and authorities have said they are concerned her health could be deteriorating by the day. Footage recovered from Guthrie's doorbell camera Police have said there were signs of forced entry at the property, and DNA tests showed blood found on Ms Guthrie's front porch matched hers. Investigators also found her doorbell camera was disconnected early on 1 December, with software data recording movements at the home minutes later. Investigators said they were unable to recover the footage because Ms Guthrie did not have an active subscription to the service. Then on 10 February, FBI director Kash Patel said footage had been recovered "from residual data located in backend systems". Mr Patel did not say how the FBI was able to collect the video, or why it took so long to retrieve. The footage showed an "armed individual" in a mask standing outside of Ms Guthrie's home. At one point, they appear to try and cover the camera up. Driver detained A man was detained during a traffic stop and questioned by authorities in relation to the case on 10 February, according to the local sheriff's office. Speaking to reporters outside his house, the site of a police search that night, Carlos Palazuelos, who has since been released, said he didn't know who Savannah Guthrie was. The authorities said on 11 February that the search at the man's property was over and that the investigation was ongoing. Ransom notes At least three media organisations reported receiving apparent ransom notes during the week after Ms Guthrie's disappearance, which they handed over to the police. One man was arrested in Los Angeles accused of sending texts to Ms Guthrie's family asking about Bitcoin demanded in a reported ransom letter, NBC News reported. The messages were not linked to the other reported ransom demands. Read more:Why Nancy Guthrie's doorbell footage has led to privacy concerns Heith Janke, the FBI chief in Phoenix, said details in the messages to news organisations included a demand for money. At least one note mentioned a floodlight at Ms Guthrie's home and an Apple watch, he added. KOLD-TV in Tucson later said it received a new message, via email, linked to Ms Guthrie's case. The station said it could not disclose its contents and the FBI said it was reviewing the message's authenticity. The Guthrie family previously said they were willing to pay for their mother's return after an apparent ransom note asked for $6m (£4.4m). The FBI said it was not aware of ongoing communication between Nancy Guthrie's family and the suspected kidnappers. FBI releases more details and doubles reward The FBI released new information about the suspect on 12 February, describing the person as "male, approximately 5ft 9in-5ft 10in tall, with an average build". They also said he was seen wearing "a black, 25-liter 'Ozark Trail Hiker Pack' backpack" in the footage shared by law enforcement. The FBI also said it is increasing its reward up to $100,000 (£73,400) for information leading to the location of Ms Guthrie. The reward, which was previously up to $50,000 (£36,700), also applies to information that leads to the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in her disappearance. What has Savannah Guthrie said? Savannah Guthrie shared a video on social media in which she addressed her mother's captor alongside her sister Annie and brother Cameron. "We are ready to talk," the anchor said. "However, we live in a world where voices and images are easily manipulated. "We need to know without a doubt that she is alive and that you have her. We want to hear from you, and we are ready to listen. Please reach out to us." She added: "Our mum is our heart and our home. She is 84 years old. Her health, her heart, is fragile. She lives in constant pain. She is without any medicine. She needs it to survive, she needs it not to suffer. "Mummy, if you are hearing this, you are a strong woman. You are God's precious daughter." The TV host told the potential kidnappers her family "will pay" for her safe return. "We received your message and we understand," she said, speaking alongside her siblings Cameron and Annie in an Instagram video. "We beg you now to return our mother to us, so that we can celebrate with her." "This is the only way we will have peace," she added. "This is very valuable to us, and we will pay." Savannah Guthrie co-hosts Today, the morning show on NBC News, the US sister network of Sky News. She often brought her mother on as a guest. Speaking on the show in 2022 on Nancy Guthrie's 80th birthday, she said: "She has met unthinkable challenges in her life with grit, without self-pity, with determination and always, always with unshakeable faith. "She loves us, her family, fiercely, and her selflessness and sacrifice for us, her steadfastness and her unmovable confidence is the reason any of us grew up to do anything."

He is suing over a 2024 Panorama episode that edited together clips of him addressing supporters on the day of the 2021 attack on the Capitol in Washington DC. Mr Trump said it had given the impression he incited violence and encouraged people to storm the building. The edited clip used soundbites from the president that were 50 minutes apart in reality - but were spliced together to say: "We're going to walk down to the Capitol... and I'll be there with you. And we fight. We fight like hell." The 6 January attack on the Capitol is a day of infamy in modern US history, which a Senate report said led to loss of at least seven lives, including five police officers. The BBC apologised for the edit and admitted it had given a "mistaken impression that President Trump had made a direct call for violent action". However, it denies the clip harmed Mr Trump as he ultimately ended up being re-elected. It has tried to get the claim dismissed on several grounds, such as arguing that the episode wasn't available in Florida or the US, and that the court lacks jurisdiction. Read more from Sky News:Katie Holmes pays tribute to James Van Der BeekEpstein survivors accuse Bondi of lacking 'humanity' But Florida judge Roy K. Altman said today that a two-week hearing would start on 15 February 2027 and that a BBC attempt to delay the "discovery" part of the case - where both sides can get evidence from each other - was premature. A BBC spokesperson said: "As we have made clear previously, we will be defending this case. We are not going to make further comment on ongoing legal proceedings." Mr Trump's claim seeks $5bn for defamation and $5bn for unfair trade practices.