Elle Prequel Reveals James Van Der Beek Tribute | Leeds News

Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 1m

Step into Elle Woods’ high school glory days in the new prequel series “Elle,” where Lexi Minetree dons the iconic pink heels as the young, fearless Elle navigates friendships, first loves, and questionable fashion before Harvard. This heartfelt series reveals how her curiosity and self-discovery laid the foundation for her lifelong passion for justice. A poignant surprise? The late James Van Der Beek, in one of his final roles, appears as Dean Wilson — a tribute that left fans emotional and buzzing on social media. A touching title card after episode three reads: “In loving memory of James…