The Emmy-winning Mary Poppins star has been married to wife Arlene Silver since 2012
is one of the most energetic and enthusiastic entertainers in Hollywood, remaining as spry as ever at the age of 98. Although that doesn't come without its pitfalls.He was asked on the podcast what he considered to be the "best part and the worst part" of living as long as he had, to which he replied:he added, although brought some levity to the situation by joking: "I remember what I did when I was 15, but I can't remember what I had for breakfast.
"In high school, I hung around with some guys who smoked, I didn't. But they finally got me to take one and in no time , so I have to be careful," he added. Van Dyke did positively speak about the positive reception to his dramatized special about the dangers of alcoholism he was part of in 1974, two years after giving up drinking.
"I'm only about five months from 99, so I find it the legs — I would tell everybody who's getting old — get your legs together. If you're going to get around, you're alright, and that's what I'm working on."While emphasizing the importance of "keeping moving" when it came to outlasting his peers, he continued: "My mother lived within months of 96 –, so I still exercise everyday.
Celine Dion's sons show support in first look of new documentary about health battle as she breaks down in tearsBruce Willis' daughter Rumer shares update on dad's condition and how he's involved in granddaughter Lou's big milestonesGuy Fieri reveals the intense secret behind how he lost 30 pounds — and why he did it in the first place
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Dick Van Dyke makes history as oldest Daytime Emmy winner at 98The Hollywood icon was born in 1925.
Read more »
Dick Van Dyke shares 'secret weapon' to good health as he nears 100Mary Poppins icon Dick Van Dyke has credited his regular workout routine as the 'secret weapon' behind his good health, as he nears his 100th birthday
Read more »
Dick Van Dyke makes history as oldest Daytime Emmys winner at 98The beloved actor was honored for his outstanding guest performance in Days of Our Lives
Read more »
Dick Van Dyke collects Daytime Emmy at the age of 98The veteran entertainer became the oldest winner in the history of the awards.
Read more »
Dick Van Dyke collects Daytime Emmy at the age of 98The veteran entertainer became the oldest winner in the history of the awards.
Read more »
Dick Van Dyke, 98, shares laugh with rarely-seen wife Arlene Silver, 52They first met in 2006 with the acting legend immediately hiring his future wife.
Read more »