Joey Potter Joey Potter Josephine Lynn "Joey" Potter (born 14 May, 1983) is a fictional character and "de facto" lead role from the WB television drama "Dawson's Creek", portrayed by Katie Holmes. Joey appeared in all episodes of the series, which ran from 1998–2003. Joey has been friends with Dawson Leery since they were very young. She lives with her older sister, Bessie, Bessie's son Alexander and (sometimes) boyfriend, Bodie. Her father Mike, is in and out of prison for drug trafficking. Her mother, Lillian, died of breast cancer when Joey was thirteen. Joey is also the only character to appear in
Chandler Bing Joey says that he "is cool with the gay thing" (Joey assuming Chandler was gay). Joey comes to fill the slot, only Chandler had already chosen a roommate – a fashion photographer with a porn-star sister. But after their eccentric neighbor Mr. Heckles (Larry Hankin) tells the photographer that he is Chandler's new roommate and is able to open Chandler's unlocked door, the photographer leaves. This forces Chandler to give the keys to Joey and they find out they had a lot in common, including a fondness for "Baywatch" and beer. Chandler often supports Joey throughout the show, paying the