History of Dick Van Dyke in Timeline
Dick Van Dyke is an acclaimed American actor and comedian with a career spanning stage and screen. He has received numerous accolades, including six Emmy Awards, a Grammy Award, and a Tony Award. He has been inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame (1993), the Television Hall of Fame (1995), and was recognized as a Disney Legend (1998). Further honors include the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award (2013) and the Kennedy Center Honors (2020), solidifying his legacy in the entertainment industry.
February 12, 1948: Marriage to Margerie Willett
On February 12, 1948, Dick Van Dyke married Margerie Willett on the radio show "Bride and Groom" while appearing at the Chapman Park Hotel in Los Angeles.
1961: Tony Award for Bye Bye Birdie
In 1961, Dick Van Dyke won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for his performance in "Bye Bye Birdie".
1963: Release of Songs I Like
In 1963, Dick Van Dyke released his album "Songs I Like".
1964: Grammy Award for Mary Poppins
In 1964, Dick Van Dyke won a Grammy Award for Best Children's Album for "Mary Poppins".
1972: Treatment for alcoholism
In 1972, Dick Van Dyke checked into a hospital for three weeks to be treated for his alcoholism.
1976: Relationship with Michelle Triola Marvin
In 1976, Dick Van Dyke began his relationship with Michelle Triola Marvin, his longtime companion.
1977: Emmy Award nomination
In 1977, Dick Van Dyke received his first Emmy Award nomination since 1977.
1982: The Country Girl remake
In 1982, Dick Van Dyke appeared in a made-for-cable remake of "The Country Girl" with Faye Dunaway.
1984: Divorce from Margerie Willett
In 1984, Dick Van Dyke and Margerie Willett divorced after a long separation.
1986: Guest appearance on Matlock
In 1986, Dick Van Dyke played an atypical role as a murdering judge on the second episode of the TV series "Matlock" starring Andy Griffith.
1987: Guest appearance on Airwolf
In 1987, Dick Van Dyke guest-starred in an episode of "Airwolf", with his son Barry Van Dyke.
1987: Death of granddaughter Jessica Van Dyke
In 1987, Dick Van Dyke's granddaughter, Jessica Van Dyke, died from Reye syndrome, which led him to do public service announcements about the dangers of aspirin to children.
1989: Guest appearance on The Golden Girls
In 1989, Dick Van Dyke guest-starred on the NBC comedy series "The Golden Girls", portraying a lover of Beatrice Arthur's character, which earned him his first Emmy Award nomination since 1977.
1990: Villainous role in Dick Tracy
In 1990, Dick Van Dyke took a small but villainous role as crooked DA Fletcher in Warren Beatty's film "Dick Tracy".
1991: Computer animation enthusiast
In 1991, Dick Van Dyke became a computer animation enthusiast after purchasing an Amiga.
1993: Start of Diagnosis: Murder series
In 1993, Dick Van Dyke began starring as Dr. Mark Sloan in a series of TV movies on CBS that became the foundation for his popular television drama "Diagnosis: Murder".
1998: Disney Legends award
In 1998, Dick Van Dyke was honored by the Walt Disney Company with their Disney Legends award.
1999: Honorary member of Barbershop Harmony Society
In 1999, Dick Van Dyke was made an honorary member of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
September 2000: Singing with The Vantastix
Since September 2000, Dick Van Dyke has sung in a group called "Dick Van Dyke and The Vantastix".
2001: End of Diagnosis: Murder series
In 2001, the television drama "Diagnosis: Murder" ended its run after starting in 1993. The show starred Dick Van Dyke as Dr. Mark Sloan.
2003: Performance in The Gin Game and appearance on Scrubs
In 2003, Dick Van Dyke had a successful performance in "The Gin Game" and portrayed Doctor Doug Townshend on "Scrubs".
2004: The Dick Van Dyke Show Revisited
In 2004, a special of "The Dick Van Dyke Show" titled "The Dick Van Dyke Show Revisited" was shown, but received poor reviews despite being nominated for a Primetime Emmy.
2006: Guest-starring in Murder 101 and appearing in Curious George and Night at the Museum
In 2006, Dick Van Dyke guest-starred in "Murder 101" mystery films and appeared in "Curious George" and "Night at the Museum".
2009: Cameo in Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian
In 2009, Dick Van Dyke reprised his role in a cameo for "Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian", but it was cut from the film.
2009: Death of Michelle Triola Marvin
In 2009, Michelle Triola Marvin, Dick Van Dyke's longtime companion, passed away after being in a relationship for over 30 years.
2010: Appearance on Rhythm Train
In 2010, Dick Van Dyke appeared on a children's album titled "Rhythm Train", with Chad Smith and Leslie Bixler, rapping on one of the tracks.
2011: Publication of memoir
In 2011, Dick Van Dyke's memoir was published as one of his five books.
February 29, 2012: Marriage to Arlene Silver
On February 29, 2012, at the age of 86, Dick Van Dyke married make-up artist Arlene Silver, who is 46 years his junior.
January 2013: Using Nicorette gum
In January 2013, Dick Van Dyke revealed that he had been using Nicorette gum for the past decade.
April 2013: Experiencing neurological disorder symptoms
In April 2013, Dick Van Dyke revealed that he had been experiencing symptoms of a neurological disorder for seven years.
May 2013: Suspected titanium dental implants
In May 2013, Dick Van Dyke tweeted that it seemed his titanium dental implants might have been responsible for neurological symptoms.
August 19, 2013: Rescue from burning car
On August 19, 2013, the 87-year-old Dick Van Dyke was rescued from his Jaguar after the car caught fire on the Ventura Freeway in Calabasas, Los Angeles County. He was not injured.
2013: Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award
In 2013, Dick Van Dyke received the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award.
2014: Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb
In 2014, Dick Van Dyke played Cecil Fredericks in the film "Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb".
July 2016: Endorsement of Bernie Sanders and comments on Donald Trump
In July 2016, while campaigning for Bernie Sanders, Dick Van Dyke endorsed Sanders and expressed fear about Donald Trump's potential impact on war.
2017: Release of Step (Back) In Time
In 2017, Dick Van Dyke released his first solo album since 1963, titled "Step (Back) In Time", showcasing jazz and big band songs.
2018: Mary Poppins Returns and WandaVision consultant
In 2018, Dick Van Dyke portrayed Mr. Dawes Jr. in "Mary Poppins Returns". He was also consulted by producers on how to emulate "The Dick Van Dyke Show" for the television series "WandaVision".
2020: Endorsement of Bernie Sanders
In 2020, Dick Van Dyke again endorsed and campaigned for Bernie Sanders in the Democratic Party presidential primaries.
2021: Kennedy Center Honors
In 2021, Dick Van Dyke was honored with the Kennedy Center Honors.
December 21, 2023: CBS special: Dick Van Dyke: 98 Years of Magic
On December 21, 2023, Dick Van Dyke was honored with a CBS special, "Dick Van Dyke: 98 Years of Magic", celebrating his 98th birthday.
December 2024: Evacuation due to California wildfires
In December 2024, Dick Van Dyke had to be rescued by neighbors and evacuated from his home in Malibu due to the California wildfires. His home survived the wildfires.
December 2024: Starring in Coldplay's music video All My Love
In December 2024, Dick Van Dyke starred in the music video for the Coldplay song "All My Love", which he produced with his wife Arlene Silver.
2024: Endorsement of Kamala Harris
In 2024, Dick Van Dyke endorsed Kamala Harris for president in the U.S. presidential election.
2024: Daytime Emmy Award for Days of Our Lives
In 2024, at the age of 98, Dick Van Dyke received the award for Outstanding Guest Performer in a Drama Series at the 51st Daytime Emmy Awards for his performance on "Days of Our Lives", becoming the oldest person to win a Daytime Emmy and the oldest to be nominated for one.
2024: Oldest Living Disney Legend
In 2024, following the death of Glynis Johns, Dick Van Dyke became the oldest living Disney Legend.
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