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Dick Van Dyke Celebrates 100th Birthday at Malibu Urgent Care Groundbreaking
4/29/2026, 10:57:48 PM
Event Overview
On a recent outdoor ceremony in Malibu, California, 100-year-old actor Dick Van Dyke attended the groundbreaking of a new urgent-care facility with his wife, Arlene Silver, and 91-year-old musician Herb Alpert. Seated in the front row, Van Dyke was filmed dancing in his seat as Alpert introduced himself. The video, posted to Instagram by Van Dyke’s photographer Laura Johansen, shows Van Dyke in a black printed shirt, khaki pants, cap and cane, while Silver wears a colorful tee under a khaki jacket. Alpert, in an all-black outfit, reached over to greet Van Dyke before the event began.
Background & Context
Van Dyke turned 100 in December 2023. He first met Silver backstage at the Screen Actors Guild Awards in 2006, married her on February 29, 2012, and celebrated their 14th anniversary in early March 2024. He has four children from his late marriage to Margie Willett. Herb Alpert is a legendary musician and record executive with a decades-long career in entertainment.
Data Snapshot
- Van Dyke: 100 years; Silver: 54 years; Alpert: 91 years.
- Length of Van Dyke-Silver marriage: 14 years.
- Van Dyke’s routine: three weekly gym sessions, supplemented by dancing between machines.
Official Statements & Responses
In a November 2025 interview with PEOPLE, Van Dyke said his wife “keeps me in the moment” and has “pulled me through a lot of things,” crediting her with his continued vitality. He added that regular exercise and music are essential, noting a “stiffness creeping in” when he skips workouts. Alpert responded to Johansen’s Instagram post with a heart emoji, signaling approval. Event organizers highlighted the groundbreaking as a community milestone.
On-the-Ground Reports
The Instagram clip captures Van Dyke lightly swaying to music while seated, underscoring his lifelong love of performance. Silver’s attire and Alpert’s brief introduction are clearly visible, confirming an informal yet celebratory atmosphere.
Community Impact
The ceremony marked the start of construction for a new urgent-care facility intended to serve Malibu residents. The attendance of well-known entertainers, including Van Dyke and Alpert, underscored community support for the project.
Verbatim Quotes
- “When you're just minding your own business, jamming away to the music and suddenly find Herb Alpert introducing himself…” — Laura Johansen, Instagram caption
- “Neither one of us can think where the time went,” — Dick Van Dyke
- “I wouldn't even be here, I wouldn't be 100 years old if it weren't for her, and that's no kidding.” — Dick Van Dyke
- “ "The secret ingredient is the music," the icon revealed.” — Dick Van Dyke
What’s Next
Van Dyke indicated he will maintain his gym routine and public appearances, though no specific future events were announced.
