Dick Van Dyke, the 100-year-old Hollywood icon, was recently seen out with his wife of 14 years, Arlene Silver, in Los Angeles. The couple stopped by a Starbucks drive-thru during their low-key daytime excursion.
Van Dyke, known for his roles in "Mary Poppins" and "The Dick Van Dyke Show," was seen leaning on a walker as he strolled alongside Silver. He wore a casual outfit of dark blue sweatpants and a short-sleeved white shirt. A unique air freshener, featuring a photo of the Emmy winner, was hung from the rearview mirror of their vehicle.
Silver, a makeup artist, was also dressed casually in a printed black sweatshirt, a green tank top, and black pants, complemented by black sneakers. She carried a brown leather purse.
Van Dyke and Silver married in February 2012, after meeting six years prior. Van Dyke was 86 at the time of their marriage, with Silver being 46 years his junior. This is Van Dyke's second marriage; his first wife was Margie Willett, whom he was married to from 1948 until their divorce in 1984. They had four children together.
In December, Van Dyke celebrated his 100th birthday. His wife orchestrated a flash mob performing a medley of his songs, followed by a party at their Malibu home. "She gives me energy. She gives me humor, and all kinds of support," Van Dyke said of Silver in an interview last year.
Despite his age, Van Dyke maintains an active lifestyle, attributing his health to regular exercise and a healthy diet. "We go to the gym three days a week, [my wife's] a health nut, and we work out," he stated, adding that he doesn't suffer from "any ache or pain."
Van Dyke has also spoken about his past struggles with alcohol and smoking. He gave up drinking in 1972, undergoing a two-week rehabilitation stint and following the Alcoholics Anonymous 12-step program. He also quit smoking, crediting his years of dancing and possibly genetics for his current lung health. He continues to maintain a healthy diet, starting his day with bran and blueberries, and takes vitamins daily.
"I never expected to live this long, or feel this good," Van Dyke remarked. He also discussed his enduring work ethic, stating, "Retirement's the one thing I have never figured out how to do. I actually did officially retire at 75, but I've been busy ever since."
Van Dyke's career began in radio in the late 1940s, leading to television appearances on shows like "The Phil Silvers Show" and his own "The Dick Van Dyke Show." He made his Broadway debut in 1959 and starred in films such as "Bye Bye Birdie," "Mary Poppins," and "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang." He has received numerous accolades, including six Emmys, a Tony Award, and a Grammy Award, and has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.