Actor James Van Der Beek's brother, Jared, has shared a deeply emotional tribute after James went public about his battle with multiple Sclerosis.
In a heartfelt message posted online, Jared praised his brother's strength, kindness, and resilience, often reflecting on how James always faced many obstacles in his life but never gave up.
He spoke about the close bond growing up and also about how James' openness about his diagnosis had inspired a lot of people across the board.
James' announcement arose earlier when he mentioned that he had been experiencing symptoms for a while and was eventually diagnosed with the condition.
The disclosure was met with a huge amount of support from fans and fellow celebrities.
Many of them were seen applauding his vulnerability and bravery in sharing this deeply personal news. Jared's tribute was built on that sentiment, acknowledging the difficulty of this journey while celebrating James' spirit and the love he brings to his family and friends.