James Van Der Beek's Ex-Wife Heather McComb Remarries Months After His Death
Heather McComb Remarries After James Van Der Beek's Death

James Van Der Beek's ex-wife Heather McComb has remarried, just three months after the death of her former husband. The actress, who was married to the Dawson's Creek star from 2003 until 2010, announced her wedding to Scott Michael Campbell in a ceremony held in Missoula, Montana.

Wedding Announcement

McComb shared photos of the wedding on social media, writing: 'Yesterday @scottmichaelcampbell and I under the covenant of God got officially married by my beautiful sister @essence_says surrounded by the people we love most in the world in our most favourite city Missoula, Montana.' She expressed gratitude for the love and support from family and friends who traveled from across the country.

Celebrity Well-Wishes

Many celebrities congratulated the couple, including singer Debbie Gibson, who called it 'a match made in heaven.' Actor Johnny Whitworth commented on the visible joy, and Full House star Candace Bure simply added 'Congratulations.'

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Heather's Relationship with James Van Der Beek

McComb and Van Der Beek were married for seven years before separating in 2009 and finalizing their divorce in 2010. They remained on good terms, and she penned a heartfelt tribute after his death in February 2026, expressing her heartbreak and extending condolences to his wife Kimberly and their six children.

Van Der Beek was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in August 2023 and passed away at age 48. His death was announced by his wife Kimberly, who described his final days as met with courage, faith, and grace.

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