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Dick Van Dyke

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Dick Van Dyke Fast Facts:

Was an announcer for the Armed Forces Network during World War II.
The Dick Van Dyke Show was originally titled Head of the Family and the lead was played by show creator Carl Reiner. Network execs recast Van Dyke in the role after seeing his Tony-winning performance on Broadway in Bye, Bye Birdie in 1961.
Delivered the eulogy at his idol Stan Laurel's funeral.
Was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in 1995.

Dick Van Dyke Relationships:
Barry Van Dyke - Son
Carrie Beth Van Dyke - Daughter
Christian Van Dyke - Son
Hazel Van Dyke - Mother
Jerry Van Dyke - Brother
Loren Van Dyke - Father
Marjorie Willett - Ex-wife
Michelle Triola - Significant Other
Stacey Van Dyke - Daughter
Dick Van Dyke Awards:
1974 Emmy: Best Lead Actor in a Drama - Nominee
1990 Emmy: Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series - Nominee
1963 Emmy: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series - Nominee
1964 Emmy: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series - Winner
1965 Emmy: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series - Winner
1976 Emmy: Outstanding Writing for a Comedy-Variety or Music Special - Nominee
1964 Grammy: Best Musical Album for Children - Winner
1964 Grammy: Best Recording for Children - Winner
1961 Tony: Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical - Winner
1977 Emmy: Outstanding Comedy-Variety or Music Series - Winner
1977 Emmy: Outstanding Writing in a Comedy-Variety or Music Series - Nominee
1966 Emmy: Outstanding Continued Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Comedy Series - Winner