And as it turns out, that happy ending might not have hit as hard if not for an episode earlier in the season that was actually inspired by one of Dawson's Creek's best installments. Who knew?!

James Van Der Beek’s kids will never know and love Dawson Leery. The actor, 47, appeared on “The View” Wednesday and revealed ...

The 47-year-old, known for starring in the TV series Dawson's Creek and the film Varsity Blues ... and he performed on the 28th US season of Dancing with the Stars. Van Der Beek has continued ...