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Comedian Andy Dick shares health update after being found unresponsive on LA street

Dick was seen slumped over in a disturbing video of the incident

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I Thought Dick Van Dyke Sharing Delightful Walt Disney Memories Would Be Lovely, But It Also Made Me Feel Really Sad

Dick Van Dyke's thoughts on Walt Disney are lovely but also heartbreaking.

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Dick Van Dyke's wife Arlene Silver is 'so grateful' for his presence

Dick Van Dyke's wife Arlene Silver is "honoured" to have the Mary Poppins legend in her life as the beloved Hollywood star prepares to celebrate his 100th birthday.

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Dick Van Dyke’s wife reveals his plans for 100th birthday

The actor is celebrating his milestone birthday today

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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.

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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.

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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

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Dick Van Dyke’s secret to a long life? Not being angry

IN FOCUS: As Dick Van Dyke gears up to celebrate his centennial birthday this month, Ellie Muir explores how his life as an optimist has kept him going

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Dick Van Dyke enjoys two hour singalong days before 100th birthday

Dick Van Dyke delighted fans with stories and songs from Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang and more at a charity event days before he turns 100.

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Dick Van Dyke 'probably neglected' kids in bid to find success

Dick Van Dyke "probably neglected" his children when they were young because he was working so hard to get his big break and lift them out of poverty.

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Dick Van Dyke explains why he and his wife Arlene never had problem with their 46-year age gap: ‘I’m infantile’

The ‘Marry Poppins’ star married his wife in 2012

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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

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'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.

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Dick Van Dyke reveals surprising secret to a long life

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Dick Van Dyke reflects on 'full and exciting life'

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

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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

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‘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.

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‘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

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Dick Van Dyke nearly became James Bond

Dick Van Dyke has explained why he missed out on playing James Bond.

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Dick Van Dyke’s secret to longevity as he celebrates 100th birthday

‘Mary Poppins’ star, 99, celebrates his birthday December 13

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Dick Van Dyke reveals he turned down James Bond offer: ‘Have you heard my British accent?’

Actor reflected on his career, from highlights to missed opportunities, ahead of his 100th birthday in December

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Dick Van Dyke feels 'lonely' and 'frustrated' as he approaches 100th birthday

Dick Van Dyke has admitted he feels "lonely" and "frustrated" as he approaches 100th birthday because so many of his good friends have died and he rarely gets to attend events because of his declining health.

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Dick Van Dyke, 99, says he is ‘physically and socially diminished’

In a new health diary, the ‘Mary Poppins’ star – who turns 100 in December – opened up about his loneliness, writing that ‘every single one of my dearest lifelong friends is gone’

The Independent UK

David Attenborough breaks record after becoming oldest Daytime Emmy winner

He surpassed ‘Mary Poppins’ star Dick Van Dyke, who had won the year before

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Dick Van Dyke jokes about not making it to his 100th birthday in December: ‘It’d be funny’

The 99-year-old actor’s birthday is December 13

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