Dawson's Creek heartthrob unrecognisable nearly 20 years after show ends
Dawson's Creek became a TV sensation when it first aired in the late 90s, although of its stars looks almost unrecognisable.
The series first aired back in 1998 and ran for six seasons before coming to an end in 2003.
Although it had a short tenure on TV, it became an instant hit across the globe.
One of the most beloved characters on the show as Jack McPhee (played by Kerr Smith) Despite not appearing in the first season, he became a hit when he joined in season two.
The character arrived in Capeside alongside his twin sister, with the pair joining the high school late, although they certainly turned a few heads.
Jack is best remembered on the show for struggling with his sexuality. Eventually, he came out as gay and made history as the first openly gay character to share a kiss on primetime TV.
Fast forward nearly two decades since the show ended and actor Kerr Smith is embarcing a life away from the glitz and glam of Hollywood.
The 53-year-old enjoys the great outdoors and takes time camping, cycling and skiing around the stunning mountains of Utah, where he now calls his home, reports the Mirror US.
Now, Kerr sports a distinguished silver fox look, ditching his signature brown hair.
Dawson's Creek fans may have spotted the actor over the years in different shows, including Charmed, CSI: NY, Eli Stone, The Fosters, and Agents of S. H. I. E. L. D.
He also took on the role of Principal Holden Honey in the teen sensation Riverdale. Although he continues his acting endeavours, Kerr also has taken on a new career.
Alongside his wife Lisa, he's the driving force behind TerraLife wellness company, championing holistic health coaching, functional nutrition, and natural hormone balancing.
Kerr's personal life saw him previously wed to producer Harmoni Everett in 2003, but the marriage concluded in 2009.
Dawson's Creek catapulted its stars to new heights, with James Van Der Beek securing roles in hits like How I Met Your Mother and Ugly Betty, while Joshua Jackson shone in Little Fires Everywhere and Fatal Attraction.
Meredith Monroe appeared on Criminal Minds and 13 Reasons Why, and Michelle Williams snagged five Oscar nods for her performances in Brokeback Mountain, Blue Valentine, and The Fabelmans.
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Irish Daily Mirror
27-05-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Dawson's Creek heartthrob unrecognisable nearly 20 years after show ends
Dawson's Creek became a TV sensation when it first aired in the late 90s, although of its stars looks almost unrecognisable. The series first aired back in 1998 and ran for six seasons before coming to an end in 2003. Although it had a short tenure on TV, it became an instant hit across the globe. One of the most beloved characters on the show as Jack McPhee (played by Kerr Smith) Despite not appearing in the first season, he became a hit when he joined in season two. The character arrived in Capeside alongside his twin sister, with the pair joining the high school late, although they certainly turned a few heads. Jack is best remembered on the show for struggling with his sexuality. Eventually, he came out as gay and made history as the first openly gay character to share a kiss on primetime TV. Fast forward nearly two decades since the show ended and actor Kerr Smith is embarcing a life away from the glitz and glam of Hollywood. The 53-year-old enjoys the great outdoors and takes time camping, cycling and skiing around the stunning mountains of Utah, where he now calls his home, reports the Mirror US. Now, Kerr sports a distinguished silver fox look, ditching his signature brown hair. Dawson's Creek fans may have spotted the actor over the years in different shows, including Charmed, CSI: NY, Eli Stone, The Fosters, and Agents of S. H. I. E. L. D. He also took on the role of Principal Holden Honey in the teen sensation Riverdale. Although he continues his acting endeavours, Kerr also has taken on a new career. Alongside his wife Lisa, he's the driving force behind TerraLife wellness company, championing holistic health coaching, functional nutrition, and natural hormone balancing. Kerr's personal life saw him previously wed to producer Harmoni Everett in 2003, but the marriage concluded in 2009. Dawson's Creek catapulted its stars to new heights, with James Van Der Beek securing roles in hits like How I Met Your Mother and Ugly Betty, while Joshua Jackson shone in Little Fires Everywhere and Fatal Attraction. Meredith Monroe appeared on Criminal Minds and 13 Reasons Why, and Michelle Williams snagged five Oscar nods for her performances in Brokeback Mountain, Blue Valentine, and The Fabelmans.
Irish Daily Mirror
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