Dick Van Dyke Makes History 2024 Daytime Emmy Awards

Dick Van Dyke, 98, makes history at Daytime Emmy Awards, wins award for Days of Our Lives role, fans delighted.

At the 51st Daytime Emmy Awards on June 7, a rare appearance was made by the legendary Dick Van Dyke. Fans were thrilled to see the Mary Poppins actor in the audience, as his last public appearance was for a holiday TV special in December 2023.

Social media was abuzz with excitement over Van Dyke's presence at the show, with one fan calling him "royalty in the building" and another marveling at how great he looked for his age of 98. Tweets poured in praising his adorable demeanor and ability to bring a smile to everyone's face.

Van Dyke's appearance was not only a delightful surprise but also a historic moment as he was nominated for and won the "Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series" award for his role in Days of Our Lives. Accepting the award, he joked about feeling like a spy from nighttime television and marveled at being the oldest Daytime Emmy winner ever.

With a Daytime Emmy win under his belt, Van Dyke also boasts a Primetime Emmy award and a Lifetime Achievement Award from SAG-AFTRA. Reflecting on his long and successful career, he emphasized the importance of staying active and enjoying what you do.

Approaching his 99th birthday, Van Dyke shared his secret to staying in shape - focusing on his legs to ensure he can still get around. Despite his age, he continues to love what he does and credits his longevity in the business to his passion for his work.

In addition to his professional achievements, Van Dyke was recently spotted enjoying a magical day at Disneyland with his wife, proving that age is just a number when you're having fun.