As the world prepares to celebrate the 100th birthday of Dick Van Dyke—one of the most beloved performers in film and television history—the legendary actor is offering a rare, deeply personal reflection on aging, loss, gratitude, and what it truly means to live a long, full life.
For decades, Van Dyke has been synonymous with optimism.
His laugh, his dancing, his playful personality, and his iconic roles—from Mary Poppins to Chitty Chitty Bang Bang to The Dick Van Dyke Show—have shaped generations.
But at 99, nearing a milestone few human beings ever reach, he is speaking with a raw honesty that shows a different side of the man fans have adored for nearly a century.
In a diary entry shared with The Times, Van Dyke reveals a vulnerable truth: that age, no matter how gracefully one handles it, reshapes every part of life — from your relationships, to your daily routines, to the very…
