Dick Van Dyke Made history as the oldest winner ever of the Daytime Emmys Awards at 98 for 'Days of Our Lives'

Being the oldest winner in Daytime Emmy history, Dick Van Dyke made history. The legendary American actor and comedian, who is 98 years old, was honored with a statue on 7th June 2024 night for his cameo appearance in the soap opera “Days of Our Lives.”

When the celebrity accepted the historic statue for his story arc on the Peacock program last September, he took more than just his wife Arlene Silver with him on stage.

“I feel like a spy from nighttime television,” Van Dyke joked while accepting the award. “I’m the oldest nominee in history. I can’t believe it. I was playing old men all my life. If I had known I was going to live this long, I would have taken better care of myself!”

Before winning the award for best guest performer in a drama series, Van Dyke created another piece of Daytime Emmy history by becoming the oldest nominee ever.

Dick Van Dyke said, ‘I’m 98 years old, can you believe it?’

Dick Van Dyke said, “I’m 98 years old, can you believe it? This tops a lifetime of 80 years in the business. I love you, God bless,” Van Dyke continued. He performed the part of an amnesic man on “Days,” informing viewers that he had a “wonderful time” while his wife watched.

In the 1960s, Van Dyke became well-known as the lead actor in “Bye, Bye Birdie” and as the host of his own CBS comedy, “The Dick Van Dyke Show.” Currently regarded as one of Hollywood’s most enduring actors, he received recognition in December 2023 with his own CBS special, “Dick Van Dyke 98 Years of Magic”.