Dick Van Dyke Nears 100 and Looks Better Than Ever
Dick Van Dyke is about to celebrate a truly remarkable milestone—his 100th birthday this December. The beloved Mary Poppins star, comedian, actor, and television icon continues to defy age, looking vibrant and full of life even as he approaches a century.
So, what’s his secret? In a candid interview with The Hollywood Reporter earlier this year, Van Dyke revealed that his longevity and vitality come down to one simple habit: exercise. For decades, he’s stuck to a routine of working out three times a week, a discipline he maintains even at 99.
“Somebody asked me, ‘To what do you attribute your age and physical condition?’ I said, ‘I’ve always exercised three days a week,’” Van Dyke explained. “We go to the gym, still, three days a week, and I think that’s it.”
But Van Dyke’s workouts aren’t just typical gym sessions. “If I got there early enough, I’d see him literally dancing from one machine to the next, almost like circuit training,” he said. “Then he’d swim laps and take a nap afterward.” That mix of movement, fun, and rest seems to have kept him thriving for nearly a century.
As he nears 100, Van Dyke isn’t slowing down. He’s releasing a new book, 100 Rules for Living to 100: An Optimist’s Guide to a Happy Life, a collection of autobiographical stories, reflections, and life lessons drawn from his legendary Hollywood career.
Recently, a new photo of Van Dyke surfaced on social media, sparking admiration from fans worldwide. On Instagram, musician Rick Springfield shared a snapshot of the 99-year-old star at a Malibu gym. Springfield described the moment:
“Filming an episode of Men’s Health and I went to the gym, and who should be there but 99-year-old Dick Van Dyke working out on every machine. Dick got up from the chest press and did a little dance step before I left—amazing!”
Even after nearly a century, Dick Van Dyke proves that age is just a number. His energy, optimism, and dedication to staying active are inspiring millions.
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