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Dick Van Dyke, 99, Eyes First Oscar as He and Wife Celebrate 13 Years of Marriage

The legendary actor and Arlene Silver, who share a 46-year age gap, reflect on their enduring bond and host a wildfire relief fundraiser in Malibu.

Arlene Silver and Dick Van Dyke, winner of the Emmy Award for outstanding variety special for "Dick Van Dyke: 98 Years of Magic," attend the 76th creative arts Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on Sept. 7, 2024, in Los Angeles.
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Overview

  • Dick Van Dyke, 99, remains professionally active, expressing his desire to win an Academy Award and achieve EGOT status before turning 100 in December 2025.
  • Van Dyke and his wife, Arlene Silver, 53, recently celebrated 13 years of marriage, defying critics who doubted the longevity of their relationship due to their age difference.
  • The couple hosted their second Vandy Camp event on April 20, raising funds for wildfire relief efforts in Malibu, California.
  • Van Dyke attributes their successful marriage to mutual support and compatibility, while Silver highlights how their relationship has empowered her.
  • The pair first met at the 2006 SAG Awards, began dating in 2009, and married in 2012, with Van Dyke praising Silver’s positive influence on his life and vitality.