In early September, The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced that the iconic Dick Van Dyke would be making a special appearance as a presenter at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards. His scheduled appearance came after he became the oldest Emmy winner in history — at the age of 98 — when he won a Daytime Emmy for his ...

In 1957, America was thriving under Dwight Eisenhower’s presidency, and television was quickly becoming a major part of daily life. It was during this vibrant time that 32-year-old Dick Van Dyke made his television debut on The Phil Silvers Show. Van Dyke’s early TV career saw him make memorable appearances on shows like Alfred Hitchcock Presents, Look Up and Live, ...

There are few Disney Legends who are as beloved as 98-year-old Dick Van Dyke. The actor, who is as sweet as a spoonful of sugar, has not been in a ton of Disney movies and television shows, but he has left an everlasting mark on Disney fans. Over the years, Mr. Van Dyke has voiced Captain Goof-Beard, Goofy’s grandfather. He ...