How Love and Laughter Keep Dick Van Dyke Young at Heart

Dick Van Dyke, the man who made us laugh and sing along with Mary Poppins, is about to turn 100. But how has he stayed so full of life? It turns out, it's not about fancy diets or expensive pills. The real secret is his wife, Arlene Silver, who is 46 years younger than him. They met in 2006 when she was working as a makeup artist. After his long-time partner passed away, their friendship turned into love. They got married in 2012, and ever since, they've been happier than most couples their age. Van Dyke says his wife is the reason he's still so vibrant. He jokes that having a young wife to take care of him is one of his secrets to a long life. He even points to her when asked about his youthful appearance. But it's not just about love. Van Dyke also believes in staying active. He goes to the gym three times a week and advises everyone to do the same. He says exercise keeps you young by preventing your body from stiffening up. For over 75 years, Van Dyke has been a big part of our lives. He starred in Bye Bye Birdie and won a Tony Award for his performance. He even credits a song from that show for changing his career. But now, as he looks back, he's just grateful for all the joy he's had. He's releasing a new book called "100 Rules for Living to 100" and a documentary about his life. Fans can celebrate with him in theaters on his birthday weekend. But let's think about this. Is it really just love and exercise that keep Van Dyke so young? Or is it his positive attitude and love for life? He's always been a bundle of energy, and that might be the real secret. Either way, his story reminds us that staying active, loving deeply, and keeping a positive attitude can make a big difference in our lives.