Dick Van Dyke | December 13, 1925

December 13, 2025

On this day in 1925, beloved actor, comedian, and Disney Legend Dick Van Dyke was born. His connection to Disney has been strong across his career, starting with ‘Mary Poppins’ in 1964. Van Dyke also appeared in ‘Lt. Robin Crusoe, U.S.N.,’ ‘Never a Dull Moment,’ and ‘Dick Tracy.’ He has hosted Disney specials and narrated the Candlelight Processional at Disneyland. Van Dyke has earned six Emmys, a Grammy, a Tony, a Kennedy Center Honor, and an Actors Guild Life Achievement Award. [100 years ago in 2025]

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