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Dick Van Dyke credits two changes for long life

Dick Van Dyke thinks he has made it to almost 100 as a result of giving up alcohol and cigarettes several decades ago.

BANG Premier · Dec 8, 2025

Dick Van Dyke doesn't regret turning down The Omen

Dick Van Dyke has no regrets about not starring in The Omen because it wasn't the sort of movie he wanted to make.

BANG Premier · Dec 7, 2025

Dick Van Dyke at 100: The Mary Poppins star’s everlasting appeal — and the iconic role he had to turn down

IN FOCUS: As he turns 100, the cherished performer is still uniting generations. Kevin E G Perry looks back at a staggering career that stretches from World War II radio performances to ‘The Masked Singer’, a record-breaking Emmy win and a Coldplay video

The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025

Dick Van Dyke reveals the two things he’s avoided to help him reach 100

The Mary Poppins and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang star will celebrate his milestone birthday on December 13

Evening Standard · Nov 26, 2025

'Blind And Deaf' Dick Van Dyke Admits the End Is Near, Lives 'In The Moment'

Dick Van Dyke, 99, opens up on aging, facing the end of life, staying optimistic, and leaving a lasting legacy through his children's songs.

International Business Times UK · Nov 26, 2025

Dick Van Dyke reveals surprising secret to a long life

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The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

Dick Van Dyke reflects on 'full and exciting life'

Dick Van Dyke has reflected on his career as he prepares to turn 100.

BANG Premier · Nov 25, 2025

Dick Van Dyke, 99, says avoiding two common things is key to his long life

‘It’s the chief thing that kept me going,’ ‘Mary Poppins’ actor says weeks before 100th birthday

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

‘I feel like I’m about 13’ – Dick Van Dyke reflects on turning 100

The Mary Poppins and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang star is not worried about being remembered but hopes children will continue to sing the films’ songs.

Evening Standard · Nov 25, 2025

‘Do you expect me to talk?’: Dick Van Dyke says he turned down playing James Bond

As the veteran actor turns 100 he reveals that he was approached to play the British spy in the 60s, but realised his accent wouldn’t have been up to scratch

The Guardian - UK · Nov 20, 2025