Dick Van Dyke is celebrating his 100th birthday and contrary to what many would think, the Hollywood star dreams of celebrating many more. The legendary Hollywood actor celebrated his 100th anniversary on December 13, becoming one of the oldest in the film and television industry.
Richard Wayne Van Dyke, known simply as Dick Van Dyke, was born in West Plains, Missouri in 1925 and built an iconic career that includes classics such as Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Bye birdie and unforgettable series like The Dick Van Dyke Show And Diagnosis: murder. Far from magical formulas or extreme diets, the actor explained that constant physical exercise helped him reach 100 years of life.
“I’ve always been active. We still go to the gym three days a week.”he said in an interview with Good morning America, about the routine he and his wife Arlene Silver, whom he considers a “health freak,” have. He even joked about his physical limitations: “I have a sprained leg, I don’t know what… but I still try to dance“.
This is not a small detail because as his fans know, the man loves dancing. That’s why he decided to incorporate his passion into his education. in the podcast Where everyone knows your nameHe revealed that he doesn’t run around between the weight machines, but dances. “When I liked something, I exaggerated it. So I turned exercise into something fun.”he explained.
Actor Ted Danson, host of the podcast, confirmed the anecdote by saying, “I saw him train on one machine multiple times and then literally dance to the next one. It was incredible.” Another curious fact about the performer is that after completing his routine, he decides to treat himself to two simple but effective pleasures: a good bath and a nap. “It’s a great way to end the day“, he said joyfully.
In addition to physical activity, Dick emphasized the importance of business and the encouragement he receives from his wife, Arlene Silver, and the importance of keeping the mind active. In dialogue with Peoplestated that he had never cultivated feelings of hatred or anger in his entire life. “I always thought that anger destroyed a person from the inside. I could never truly hate.”he mused. In return, he compared his experiences with those of his father, who died early: “He was angry about his situation and it shortened his life.”.
Although many fans today see him as a role model to follow, the actor explained that he hasn’t always lived a healthy life. One of his big problems was cigarette addiction. However, around the age of 50, he realized that he had an addictive personality and decided to give up alcohol, cigarettes and excesses. “That’s probably why I’m still here.”reflected on the turning point that allowed him to detoxify his body and develop healthy habits.
His entire philosophy of life was recorded in the book 100 Rules for a 100-Year Life: An Optimistic Guide to a Happy Lifewhere he combines personal anecdotes, humor and reflections on the passage of time.
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