James Van Der Beek on One Tree Hill
James Van Der Beek is best known for portraying Dawson Leery on the WB drama One Tree Hill. He appeared as the central character during the show's early seasons, anchoring the series' teen drama narrative and romantic storylines.
Career Beyond One Tree Hill
After One Tree Hill, Van Der Beek continued acting in television and film. He has appeared in series such as James Van Der Beek on IMDb and movies including the 2001 film Saving Silverman.
Quick Facts
James Van Der Beek was born on March 8, 1977, in Cheshire, Connecticut. He studied at Northwestern University before his breakout role on One Tree Hill launched his television career.
