James Van Der Beek explains 'drastic changes' that led to family's move to Texas

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy James Van Der Beek has opened up about the “drastic changes” that prompted him and his family to move to Texas from California. Van Der Beek first announced he and his family would be leaving California and moving to Texas in September, when he shared photos of their empty house in Beverly Hills. Prior to their arrival in Texas, the family took a 10-day road trip, with Van Der Beek updating his followers along the way. At one point along the journey, which included adopting two new puppies, Van Der Beek said he realised that “freedom is daring to love with all of your heart.” “When I was a kid, I used to think freedom would be finally having the things I’d dreamed of having.