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Dick Van Dyke: Biography

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  • Birth Name: Richard Wayne Van Dyke
  • Birth Place: West Plains, MO
  • Date of Birth / Zodiac Sign: 12/13/1925, Sagittarius
  • Profession: Actor, comedian, writer, singer
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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
  • 1965 Emmy: Outstanding Individual Achievements in Entertainment - Winner
  • 1963 Emmy: Outstanding Continued Performance by an Actor in a Series - Nominee
  • 1964 Emmy: Outstanding Continued Performance by an Actor in a 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: Actor (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
  • 1977 People's Choice Awards: Favorite Male Performer in a New TV Program - Winner
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