Dick Van Dyke Approaches 100 with Positivity

Dick Van Dyke, who will turn 100 this year, recently expressed that he feels “very good.” In a conversation with a publication, he credits his upbeat attitude not only to his age but also to the absence of “pain or discomfort.”

He shared his thoughts on anger, saying it eats away at a person from the inside and is a kind of hatred. People often ask him if he feels he made the right choices in his life. He admitted to being “rather lazy” and claims he has never experienced the deep-seated anger that some seem to harbor over time.

Van Dyke mentioned that some days he has more energy than others, but he generally doesn’t wake up feeling grumpy. While he acknowledges there are always things and people he disapproves of, he finds it difficult to develop feelings of hatred—certainly not the intense kind. He reflected on his father, who was often upset with life and died at 73, suggesting that avoiding such emotional turmoil has been key to his longevity.

Current research suggests that emotional states are vital to long-term health. For older adults, feelings of anger can trigger inflammation, leading to increased disease risk. Experts have noted that ongoing hostility can strain the body, undermining its resilience.

In Van Dyke’s view, people are born with an inherent vision. “I think I was born with a positive outlook,” he stated, contrasting it with those who struggle against negativity. He confidently adds, “100 years later, I think I was right.” Interestingly, he voiced a lack of fear regarding death, explaining that he feels fortunate for the wonderful, fulfilling life he has led, and has no complaints as he celebrates this milestone.

His birthday on December 13th marks a significant milestone in his remarkable life.