Dick Van Dyke has always been known for having a signature smile that could light up the screen. The actor soared to popularity in the 1950s as a television personality. His career as a public figure and entertainer has spanned seven decades in the realms of film, dance, theater, radio, and television to name a few. The actor was born in December of 1925 and is now currently 96-years-old and happily retired from life in the limelight. Despite his retirement, Van Dyke still occasionally dabbles into a few projects every now and then with his most recent one being an appearance in the Mary Poppins Returns film in 2018.
A Viral Van Dyke
Van Dyke started making the headlines again due to a recent viral YouTube video. In the clip, the famed actor was singing and dancing with his 50-year-old wife to the classic Doris Day Song Everybody Loves a Lover. In the clip, the actor showcased the life and energy of his prime years on the big screen. After singing a few verses of the song, Van Dyke got up and performed a strut on the way to his wife before breaking out into a choreographed routine to the enjoyment of viewers.
Aside from the notable energy and mobility of Van Dyke, many viewers were quick to point out the fact that Van Dyke and his much younger wife Arlene Silver looked very much in love. At various points throughout the video, the married couple was not afraid of showcasing their affection towards one another in the forms of kisses and embraces. The incredibly wholesome video has garnered almost 800,000 views and more than 500 comments from fans all around the world.
A Loyal Fandom
One particular commenter wrote about the privilege of previous connection that he had had with Van Dyke. “While I’ve never had the honor of meeting my hero, I have to tell this story: When he was in the Dick Van Dyke show, he lived next door to my Great Grandmother,” commented YouTube user John Carroll. “… and even though he was super famous at the time, he took her trash cans out on trash day because she was too old to do it herself. He is truly an amazing man.”
Another commenter with the YouTube account name Ok Then had this to say about a previous interaction with Van Dyke: “Met him about eight years ago working a red carpet event. Despite only being a tray passer he still made eye contact with me, gently flirted, and chatted me up like I was his equal. He’s a genuinely nice person and this just tickled me to watch.”
Love for Van Dyke
Ultimately, it’s clear that Van Dyke is still one of the most lovable celebrities in all of Hollywood. And the fact that he still relishes in putting out wholesome and fun content for his fans only makes him even more appealing to those who already love him.
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