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Arlene Silver Alleges Stalking Incident in Malibu
12/18/2025, 12:17:24 AM
Stalking Allegations and Safety Concerns
Arlene Silver, the wife of actor Dick Van Dyke, has publicly expressed her fear of an alleged stalker who has been following her around Malibu for several months. In an Instagram livestream on December 16, 2025, Silver, 54, revealed that she felt uncomfortable leaving her home, particularly missing her yoga class due to the situation. “There’s someone kind of stalking me around Malibu. I don’t feel comfortable even going out,” she stated, emphasizing the emotional toll this has taken on her.
Silver described the stalker as a man who has been appearing at various events related to her husband, particularly during the promotional activities for Van Dyke's recent documentary, "Dick Van Dyke 100th Celebration." She noted that this behavior has persisted since Halloween, making her feel increasingly anxious about her safety. “Hopefully, he’ll go away, or else I’m going to have to have a bodyguard escort me to my yoga class,” she remarked.
Confrontation and Response
During the livestream, Silver recounted a recent confrontation with the alleged stalker, stating, “I said something to him yesterday. He acted like, ‘What?’ Dude, you know what you’re doing. Don’t mess with me.” She indicated that the man claimed he was merely trying to say hello, to which she firmly responded, “No, you’re not. Beat it.” Silver plans to report the incidents to the police, who are located near her yoga studio, and has decided to remain within her gated community until she feels secure.
Impact on Personal Life
The situation has been particularly distressing for Silver, as her yoga class represents one of the few times she can step away from her responsibilities as Van Dyke's primary caregiver. “My yoga class is the one hour I leave Dick,” she explained, highlighting the isolation she feels living in Malibu. Silver also mentioned that her husband, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday, is equally disturbed by the situation, stating, “Neither does Dick.”
Context of Recent Events
The stalking allegations come on the heels of a tragic event involving their close friends, Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, who were found dead in their home just days before Silver's livestream. This incident has added to the emotional strain on the couple, with Silver describing the weekend as “weird, wonderful, awful.” She noted that Van Dyke was deeply affected by the news, having known Reiner for decades.
Official Statements and Reactions
In her livestream, Silver expressed her frustration with the stalking situation, saying, “He’s a creep and he’s doing things that are very weird. This behavior is very disturbing.” She reiterated her concerns about the impact of this ordeal on her mental health and daily life.
Verbatim Quotes
- “There’s someone kind of stalking me around Malibu. I don’t feel comfortable even going out,” — Arlene Silver
- “So, hopefully he’ll go away, or else I’m going to have to have a bodyguard escort me to my yoga class.” — Arlene Silver
- “He’s a creep and he’s doing things that are very weird. This behavior is very disturbing. I don’t feel comfortable about it. Neither does Dick,” — Arlene Silver
Silver's situation underscores the challenges faced by public figures in maintaining their safety and well-being amidst unwanted attention.
