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The ‘Dawson’s Creek’ Cast: Then And Now
“Dawson’s Creek” was a beloved teen drama that aired from 1998 to 2003. The show followed a group of friends in the small coastal town of Capeside, Massachusetts, as they navigated their way through high school and into adulthood. The cast became household names, and the show remains a pop culture staple today.
The Main Cast
James Van Der Beek (Dawson Leery)
Van Der Beek starred as the title character, Dawson Leery, a passionate film lover and aspiring director. Since the show ended, Van Der Beek has continued to act in both film and television. He’s had recurring roles on shows like “How I Met Your Mother” and “Don’t Trust the B—- in Apartment 23,” and he recently competed on “Dancing With the Stars.”
Katie Holmes (Joey Potter)
Holmes played Joey Potter, Dawson’s best friend and love interest. Since the show ended, Holmes has been busy with film roles, including “Batman Begins” and “The Kennedys,” for which she won a Primetime Emmy. She’s also made headlines for her high-profile relationships with Tom Cruise and Jamie Foxx.
Joshua Jackson (Pacey Witter)
Jackson played Pacey Witter, Joey’s other love interest and the resident bad boy. Since the show ended, Jackson has had a successful career in both film and television. He starred in the sci-fi series “Fringe” and had a recurring role on “The Affair.” He also recently welcomed a daughter with his wife, Jodie Turner-Smith.
Michelle Williams (Jen Lindley)
Williams played Jen Lindley, the troubled new girl in town. Since the show ended, Williams has become a critically acclaimed actress, earning four Oscar nominations and one win. She’s starred in films like “Brokeback Mountain,” “Manchester by the Sea,” and “The Greatest Showman.”
Other Cast Members
The show had a strong supporting cast, many of whom went on to have successful careers in entertainment.
Mary-Margaret Humes and John Wesley Shipp (Gail and Mitch Leery)
Humes and Shipp played Dawson’s parents, Gail and Mitch. Since the show ended, Humes has continued to act in TV movies and shows, while Shipp has had recurring roles on shows like “Teen Wolf” and “The Flash.”
Meredith Monroe (Andie McPhee)
Monroe played Andie McPhee, a love interest for both Pacey and Dawson. Since the show ended, Monroe has had recurring roles on shows like “Criminal Minds” and “Hart of Dixie.”
Mary Beth Peil (Evelyn Ryan)
Peil played Evelyn Ryan, Jen’s grandmother. Since the show ended, Peil has continued to act in both TV and theater, earning a Tony nomination for her role in “Anastasia” on Broadway.
Kerr Smith (Jack McPhee)
Smith played Jack McPhee, Andie’s brother and a gay character who was groundbreaking for the time. Since the show ended, Smith has continued to act in both film and television, including a recurring role on “Riverdale.”
Overall, the “Dawson’s Creek” cast remains beloved by fans of the show, and their careers have continued to thrive long after the series finale.
