Oscars Omit Van Der Beek, Dane in Memoriam
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James Van Der Beek and Eric Dane, known for their roles in Dawsons Creek and Greys Anatomy, were notably absent from the 2026 Oscars In Memoriam segment, sparking online backlash. Both actors passed away recently, with Van Der Beek losing his battle to colorectal cancer at 48 and Dane succumbing to ALS at 53. The Academy, facing hundreds of inclusion requests, selects names based on limited airtime, leading to some prominent figures being overlooked.
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