US EditionAffable comedy acting legend Dick Van Dyke turns 100 years old
- On December 12, Dick Van Dyke turns 100, and PBS' American Masters is presenting a new documentary, with a limited theatrical tribute on December 13–14.
- Betcher, a former TMJ4 photojournalist from Milwaukee, developed the project over 30 years, building on his long-term archival work.
- Featuring both co-stars and comedy superstars, the documentary traces Van Dyke's rise from radio to Broadway, offering an in-depth look at his career with insight from Van Dyke himself.
- PBS premiered the American Masters episode on Friday December 12 with free streaming on pbs.org and the PBS App, while Van Dyke requested a nationwide theater party to unite fans.
- Celebrations include a Malibu flash mob, and Dick Van Dyke still tries to dance and published 100 Rules For Living To 100, with wife Arlene Silver credited for keeping him youthful.
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The famous actor Dick Van Dyke has celebrated his 100th birthday. He is known for playing in "Mary Poppins". - "I'm very lucky" : Dick Van Dyke, actor of "Mary Poppins", celebrates his 100th anniversary (Culture, media and entertainment).
Actor and comedy icon Dick Van Dyke turned 100 on Saturday. The iconic star, whose performances, songs and dances have anchored America's hearts over a career spanning nearly 80 years, has been a fixture on the American stage.
They ask me, "What's it like to be 100 years old?" and I say, "It's not enough," the actor added.
Actor Dick Van Dyke turned 100 on Saturday. While his most famous role is that of the rapper in “Mary Poppins”, in 1964, his long career in film and television reveals that he is one of the most complete actors...
Dick Van Dyke turns 100: a century of laughter
Beloved actor Dick Van Dyke turned 100 on Saturday. The centennial marks not just a personal achievement but also a celebration of one of the most enduring and versatile careers in American entertainment. Over six decades, Van Dyke has become a cultural icon, leaving an indelible mark on television, film, and stage, and earning the admiration of multiple generations of audiences around the world. Born on December 13, 1925, in West Plains, Missou…
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