(Cover) - EN Showbiz - James Van Der Beek feels he has won a cosmic lottery as he loves his daughter so much.

The 33-year-old American actor shot to international fame playing Dawson Leery in the 90s teen drama Dawson's Creek.

James and wife Kimberly welcomed their first child together, a girl named Olivia, into the world last September, and the star admits he cant get over the amazing sensation of fatherhood.

I feel like we hit the jackpot in some sort of cosmic adoption lottery, and Im honoured to get to raise such a cool little soul, he beamed.

James also explained that he doesnt feel he owns his daughter, instead emphasising the intense relationship he feels they have. The handsome celebrity is pleased to say his daughter is showing signs of being particularly feisty, and is absolutely adorable.

Shes strong, demanding and sweet. As proud as I am of her, I dont feel any ownership, just a bond, he told the British edition of OK! magazine. (C) Cover Media