Dawson’s marriage has gone up a creek. James Van Der Beek has filed for divorce from his wife, actress Heather McComb, after nearly six years of marriage.

Van Der Beek — best remembered for his portrayal as young aspiring director Dawson Leery on the longrunning WB drama Dawson’s Creek — filed for divorce on the grounds of irreconcilable differences in Los Angeles Superior Court last Friday.

The 32-year-old actor recently appeared in four episodes of One Tree Hill and has starred in films such as Varsity Blues and The Rules of Attraction. Heather has appeared as a supporting actress in several movies and television shows.

The couple were married in July 2003, but have been separated for about five months. They have no children.

Written by Castina on November 19th, 2009 | Tagged as: James Van Der Beek