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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’

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'It'd be funny if I didn't make it': Dick Van Dyke jokes about his upcoming 100th birthday

Mary Poppins icon Dick Van Dyke says it would be "funny" if he doesn't reach his 100th birthday in December.

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See Rick Springfield Run Into 99-Year-Old Dick Van Dyke At The Gym (And 'A Little Dance Step' Was Involved

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Dick Van Dyke turns 100 in December. Fans can celebrate at the movies

Movie theaters nationwide are celebrating Dick Van Dyke’s 100th birthday in December with a new documentary

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99-year-old legend Dick Van Dyke pulls out of event at last minute after health scare, fans nervous

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Chicago lifeguard accused of shooting dead a 15-year-old at neighborhood pool

Charles Leto, 55, has been charged with first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, aggravated battery and aggravated discharge of a firearm

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Dick Van Dyke’s wife shares statement after actor misses event due to illness

‘When you’re 99, you have good days and bad days,’ star’s partner said

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Dick Van Dyke pulls out of comedy gig due to illness

99-year-old actor Dick Van Dyke was forced to pull out of a comedy event at the last minute due to illness.

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Dick van Dyke’s wife reveals ‘the curse of living to almost 100’

‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ star turns 100 in December

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