James Van Der Beek Supports Daughter Olivia, 13, at Art of Kindness Gala

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Ben Porter

James Van Der Beek proudly supported his 13-year-old daughter, Olivia, over the weekend as she showcased her singing talent at a gala in Austin, Texas.

Olivia, the oldest daughter of James, 47, and his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, took the stage at The Kindness Campaign’s The Art of Kindness Gala on Friday, April 12. She wowed the audience with a three-song performance, which included hits like “Walking on Sunshine” by Katrina And The Waves, “A Million Dreams” from The Greatest Showman, and “Can’t Help Falling in Love” by Elvis Presley.

Olivia's siblings, including the Van Der Beeks' youngest daughter, Gwendolyn, were in the crowd cheering on their older sister. Stars such as Chris Harrison, Lauren Zima, Iskra Lawrence, and Christy Carlson Romano were also present at the event. The gala raises funds and awareness for mental health initiatives for children and included performances by Paul Freeman and TheBrosFresh.

Olivia has previously showcased her musical talent to the world. In February, she appeared on Fox's We Are Family, a game show that features unknown singers with a celebrity relative. In the season 1 finale, it was revealed that James was Olivia's dad, and the father-daughter duo performed a rendition of Lee Ann Womack's "I Hope You Dance."

James shared on Instagram that when he was 15, he expressed his desire to audition professionally to his mom. She supported him by taking him to NYC and guiding him through the process. Recently, when the chance to participate in #WeAreFamilyFox arose, James saw a reflection of his younger self in his 13-year-old daughter. He encouraged her to audition, arranged voice lessons for her, and provided guidance throughout the process.

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James expressed his pride in his daughter, referring to her as his "baby girl" because when he watched her perform, he was reminded of the awe he felt when she was a newborn in a bassinet.

James and Kimberly, 42, welcomed Olivia in September 2010, one month after they tied the knot. The Dawson's Creek alum first met the film producer on a trip to Israel in 2009 following his divorce from Heather McComb. The couple also share sons Joshua, 12, and Jeremiah, 2, and daughters Annabel, 10, Emilia, 8, and Gwendolyn, 5.

He also shared a BTS clip from the show, where Olivia can be seen exclaiming, "I love it, this is insane" and "I want to do it again! And I will do it again."

Editor's P/S:

The article captures the heartwarming moment of James Van Der Beek and his daughter, Olivia, as she showcased her remarkable singing talent at a gala. It is evident that James is an incredibly proud father, drawing parallels between his own journey as a young performer and Olivia's burgeoning musical career. He has played an instrumental role in fostering her talent, echoing the support and guidance he received from his mother. Olivia's siblings and a host of celebrities were present to witness her impressive performance, which included iconic songs that resonated with the audience.

This article not only highlights the bond between father and daughter but also underscores the importance of parental support in nurturing children's talents. It is inspiring to see how James Van Der Beek has created a supportive environment for his daughter to pursue her musical aspirations. Olivia's passion and determination are evident, and with the love and guidance of her family, she undoubtedly has a bright future ahead of her in the world of music.