Nearly five months after his death at age 48, James Van Der Beek's final onscreen performance is about to premiere—and his Elle co-star Lexi Minetree is speaking about it with emotion.
The Legally Blonde prequel series features Van Der Beek as Dean Wilson. According to Deadline Hollywood, Minetree said he "brought so much life" to the character and the entire production.
"We miss him so much," Minetree said.
The series debuts on July 1, giving fans a chance to see the actor's work one last time. For those who followed Van Der Beek's career from Dawson's Creek to his recent roles, it is a bittersweet moment.
The premiere comes as the entertainment industry continues to process the loss of the actor. Colleagues like Minetree are honoring his memory by celebrating the work he left behind.
Fans are expected to turn out when Elle launches next week.
