Breaking News: Katie Holmes pays homage to late Dawson’s Creek co-star Obi Ndefo…see more

Katie Holmes paid her condolences to her late Dawson’s Creek co-star Obi Ndefo after his death.

The actress took to her Instagram Stories On Sunday, Sept. 1, and shared a tribute to the late star by resharing a reel posted earlier by her Dawson’s Creek co-star Mary-Margaret Humes on Instagram, a day earlier.

“He was wonderful to work with and such a kind man. I send prayers and grace to his family. Rest in Peace,” Holmes underneath the reel reposted on the story, along with a heart emoji.

Obi died at the age of 51.

The news of his passing was announced by his sister Nkem Ndefo in a Facebook post on Saturday, Aug. 31, along with a picture that featured the two siblings smiling while standing close and staring down into the camera lens.

“Heartbroken at the loss of my younger brother and knowing he’s finally at peace,” Nkem wrote in the caption.

Humes, who portrayed the role of Dawson Leery’s mom Gail Leery in the teen drama, also wrote a heartwarming message on Obi’s death in the caption of her Instagram post.