colorectal
adjective
co·lo·rec·tal
ˌkō-lō-ˈrek-tᵊl 
: relating to or affecting the colon and rectum
colorectal cancer
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The actor was able to finish filming on the series before his death in February of 2026 from colorectal cancer.
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Samantha Highfill,
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1 July 2026
After Van Der Beek was cast in Elle last year, the actor died at age 48 in February, having previously shared his colorectal cancer diagnosis in 2024.
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The individual-cancer analysis showed lower risk estimates for multiple myeloma, pancreatic cancer, endometrial cancer, colorectal cancer, thyroid cancer, and breast cancer.
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James died in February at age 48 after he was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer.
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Georgia Slater,
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Samantha Highfill,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 July 2026
After Van Der Beek was cast in Elle last year, the actor died at age 48 in February, having previously shared his colorectal cancer diagnosis in 2024.
—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
27 June 2026
The individual-cancer analysis showed lower risk estimates for multiple myeloma, pancreatic cancer, endometrial cancer, colorectal cancer, thyroid cancer, and breast cancer.
—
Elise M. Brett,
EverydayHealth.com,
26 June 2026
James died in February at age 48 after he was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer.
—
Georgia Slater,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
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“Colorectal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/colorectal. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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colorectal
adjective
co·lo·rec·tal
ˌkō-lə-ˈrek-tᵊl, ˌkäl-ə-
: relating to or affecting the colon and the rectum
colorectal cancer
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