Katie Couric

Journalist and colorectal cancer advocate

Appears in 1 story

Born: January 7, 1957, Arlington County

Education: University of Virginia, Yorktown High School, University of Virginia College of Arts and Sciences

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

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Colorectal cancer takes younger lives as public figures sound the alarm

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As of May 2026: Active advocate

Colorectal cancer now kills more Americans under 50 than any other cancer. James Van Der Beek, who played Dawson Leery in the late-1990s teen drama Dawson's Creek, died February 11 at age 48 after a 30-month battle with colorectal cancer. He became the latest public figure to put a face on an epidemic that medical guidelines have only recently begun to address.

Updated May 27