Legendary actor Dick Van Dyke saved by neighbors on his 99th birthday

[@krampus1]

He said "I've got plans." Now that's a great man.

[@Gerrys-Channel]

Hell yeah, he does!

[@deonaustin9575]

​@@Gerrys-Channel As he said in Mary Poppins Returns. "I may be circling the drain, but I still got a few steps left in me." He sure does.😊

[@MachinimaCommentary1]

Dutch has a plan

[@nandofigueira2005]

100% Real man.

[@dentalnovember]

He was in his yard with a hose trying to battle a wild fire. That’s impressive.

[@e-reptiledysfunction2243]

Still seems very alert and with it at the age of 99

[@Caitlin1928]

Yeah, he's in pretty good shape for that age.

[@fitnessangel3697]

Right

[@Chino-Kafu]

He takes a lot of viagra

[@MustardPrinter478]

Fortunately, news stories about him keep turning out to not be him dying.

[@Mr.StreetSweeper]

Yeah he doesn’t looks so bad

[@irubyu]

Dude he’s still so sharp

[@carltonpulliam4068]

Not a guarantee, but it is a good sign he's got more time on earth. Praying he's made preparations tho for the afterlife.

[@Brucev7]

@@carltonpulliam4068 12Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. 10 Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, even by him doth this man stand here before you whole. 11 This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders, which is become the head of the corner. Acts 4:

[@rayray4192]

Who are you calling dude?

[@bunnyban5365]

Holy crap he’s sharper than joe biden

[@HockTuah_Harris]

@@bunnyban5365Yep. That’s why he openly backed Trump. I definitely wouldn’t let creatures from abc near this man if he was my loved one. I’d give Mr. Van Dyke better odds with the wildfire than leaving him in a room with an abc “journalist”. That said, he’s pretty spry for 99 and the average testosterone of a millennial male is less than that of an elderly man.

[@bobbackward6461]

He appears remarkably healthy physically and mentally for someone at 99. Here's hoping he smashes that big 100 button next year.

[@Lord.of.the.Vultures]

And don’t forget, big alcoholic and smoker(?) . I guess singing and dancing is good for the soul and good for the body.

[@cassidystarchild7907]

Says he was an alcoholic for 50 years. David Hasselhoff been an alcoholic for 40 years and dood already needs a new heart​@@Lord.of.the.Vultures

[@lyndagayemiller]

Thank God, we did not lose this legend tragically… And that he did not lose his fur baby and his home

[@CharlotteIssyvoo]

Nor his wife, the younger woman holding the cat.

[@Mary_Thompson]

​@@CharlotteIssyvoo Yes, but his wife wasn't home at the time. The cat had run off to hide from the fire, but the neighbors searched and found the fur baby.🐈

[@irisward8199]

@@Mary_Thompson

[@CharlotteIssyvoo]

@@Mary_Thompson Oh yes, I assumed it was something like that. I didn't mean to imply that the wife was there but did nothing.

[@terrybromery6734]

Gotta love him...

[@SherryHill-k5y]

Thanks to those who saved him, his house and his cat. Hats off!!❤

[@Pluralofvinylisvinyls]

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[@garyanderson9467]

Nice story for a change.

[@rjjcms1]

Absolutely supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.

[@SherryHill-k5y]

@rjjcms1 Love that word. Thanks.

[@michaelvarble4392]

What a great man. I never heard a single bad word about him. I'm 70 and remember him well from childhood

[@ajspice]

Yeah, that's true. Not ONE bad thing. He was the Keanu of his day.

[@Danielmburges]

True after reading your comment I looked and nothing the man is loved by Hollywood I'm so glad because a lot of my childhood heroes ended up being wronguns

[@thinkorthwim69]

I never heard him say a bad word about anybody or anything. Wish others would follow his positive great outlook on life

[@larrydickman6016]

​@@thinkorthwim69 Not a bad word about anybody. Except Trump.

[@babybirdhome]

He’s the Mr. Rogers we still have. What a treasure! We need to make sure all the current generations still have people like this to look up to. It’s not looking bright for a long time lately.

[@trentriver]

How can you not love that man!

[@Left_hand_clapping]

Positive attitude, daily exercise and clean living. The man is a national treasure and example of how to live life.

[@ricopedrajrs]

Except for that chapter where he was a raging alcoholic. But that makes him an even bigger man for being here and still entertaining....

[@Left_hand_clapping]

@ Van Dyke dealt with alcoholism in his younger years amid his waves of unemployment. The majority of his life he has been sober

[@RandomUsername010]

@ricopedrajrs No one makes it through life without doing some sort of dirt or having some sort of moral lapse, even if it's something as simple as a negative comment. Even if it's just simple words, they can still have hurtful effects. At some point in life no one can claim to be 100% clean.

[@Ros.A314]

Euh.....how to live a life HE wants....and yes, i like him very much!

[@howifixedit.9076]

@@ricopedrajrshe’s been sober for at least 50 years now!

[@Sandi-ke9mi]

I’ll never see 99 years old, but seeing him at 99 years old, makes me happy. He is a treasure. 🥰🙏🏻💖

[@jeanalzaidi908]

Either will I but it's remarkable too see others still happy& thriving at that age

[@MaryHarper-x6r]

How do you know you all wont see age 99?

[@martinzissou11]

@@MaryHarper-x6rThey have no chance if they’re so certain they won’t.

[@etuboldon]

"you'll never see 99 yrs old, it will fly so fast on your way to your 110th birthday"

[@TheKickboxer818]

Nah nah we makin it til 100 yal

[@maukasara808]

Now that’s the America I am proud of! Taking care of the elderly, looking out for one another. Thanking kindness in turn.❤️❤️❤️

[@jessrosefawkes2721]

Makes u proud dosent it. I’m not even American I’m British lol but I love this story n the American community 😊 xx

[@clarkmacgowan5114]

Yeah, the next time somebody talks smack about California please remember this story. It's my home of 50 years and I've been through earthquakes and floods and in every case people banded together, shared food, and helped each other. I don't recognize those horrible stories that right-wingers tell about my beautiful home state and it makes me really sad that they just make things up because they're jealous I guess.

[@tvmac1262]

And the cat!

[@mikeurias770]

There's goodness all over this state. It's our legislators that are dirty.

[@officialmonarchmusic]

@@clarkmacgowan5114I’m from Washington but California is legitimately beautiful, and I hate to see what Climate Change is doing to your state. On the other hand though, seeing inspirational stories of how you guys have banded together to help each other throughout all this hardship is REALLY awe-inspiring

[@Victoria48278]

Wonderful human being! 99 and so articulate, reminds me of my mom who passed at 102 1/2 with her sense of humor intact! ❤

[@dorian3260]

I live on three acres in the high desert, as do my neighbors. Because of our ages, we don’t hang out much. Last September, I suffered a heart attack. My neighbors didn’t just come to my aid. When they heard I was in trouble, they worked as a team to care for my dog and my house and provided me with everything I needed. Friends and family are nice, but it’s your neighbors that are there when you need them. God bless them!

[@glob-o-tech]

hope you are both ok, every dog needs their human to be around.

[@drbichat]

He looks great for 99. An incredible actor and performer

[@ricj7517]

This guy never slows down

[@parading_panda1210]

Not true, he literally said he couldn't outrun the fire. Glad he's still here though, that would be nuts for him to go out like that.

[@clwnprnce1837]

​@@parading_panda1210 Smoke inhalation.

[@NancyYenke]

So happy these people came by to save him as well as so much history of memorabilia he has. Such great samaritans.

[@yoyojoe9240]

Wow, I'm 67, I grew up enjoying his Shows in the 60's. I hope I have his energy when and ÍF I make it to my 90's. The Show must Go On..!!

[@drd9136]

All that dancing and living the good life really had a tremendous impact on him, Cant believe this is him, he looks really good for 99!!

[@DanielleRadicanin]

He looks amazing for 99. It seems he lives alone which is beyond remarkable and a little sad. ❤ Happy 99th.

[@peterberg8417]

He has a wife

[@whataworld369]

Looking better at 99 then some people at 60! Much love ❤️

[@ashleybanks-wm4cg]

This is facts I know someone at 70 that looks older than him

[@krismctopher7]

Can you believe he survived severe alcoholism? Amazing.

[@mypoint3051]

40.

[@angeec.3312]

​@@krismctopher7 I had an alcoholic uncle who drank most of his life, even had a pacemaker, and lived close to ninety..

[@Audulf-of-Frisia]

MAN 99 and still being that clear of mind and relatively good on your feet. One can only wish to be like that if one reaches that age.

[@watrgrl2]

That man is one of my most favorite people on this whole planet! He’s given me more smiles and happiness in my life than I can count. What a wonderful, sweet man he is!

[@pendorran]

This man's car burst into flames on the freeway one day. He pulled off the road, snapped a picture, and jokingly put the car up for sale while it was still burning. Legend.

[@iliar3563]

I remember! It was on the 101 !

[@soflodoug]

wow he seems as happy as ever. good to see!

[@BORN-to-Run]

Yea, happy and still cracking jokes at 100 years old!😄

[@docadams7099]

Chim-Chim-Cher-ee!

[@barcham]

My deepest thanks to everyone involved in saving his life and his home. He is a living legend and we have very few of those left in the world.

[@Leelz247]

I hope he makes it to 100! Thank goodness they are looking after him. And sweet Bobo kitty was safe too!

[@voodookitchenmama]

Such a sweet man. I hope he has many more birthdays!

[@atribecalledcookies6thru284]

Happy Birthday sir! And to many more, you're a true legend !!

[@traceycrawford9938]

He’s still so lovely with a great sense of humour! ❤️❤️

[@samuelworthan5426]

Thank God for such caring, Awesome neighbors. 👨🏻‍🦳🙏

[@BORN-to-Run]

Awesome AMERICANS!

[@t56599]

Props to all the guys that helped him

[@karladuncan4026]

My goodness! Im so glad he's ok. Thank God for those who helped save him and his home! Angels in disguise. 🙏

[@paulfromdevon4707]

Absolute legend. Was in Turville, England the other day and climbed the hill up to the Potts windmill. Everyone still smiles when you mention him

[@MarkCerbo]

Still humbled, Mr. Van Dyke is a true Legend. Let's hope he gets to 200.

[@chrissneed5685]

Agreed.

[@gen81465]

With the way the world is today, I'm not sure if he would "want" to get to 200.

[@iamjames8403]

He's going to pass at 103

[@Radentstwo]

100 that is, 200 ain't happening let's be honest.

[@aaronjames3228]

​@@iamjames8403dude don't say weird stuff like that

[@DaveFerguson-vh5fn]

I swear keeping so active keeps him and his mind sharp. Probably a mix of that, hitting the genetic lottery, and taking good care of himself. My mom passed away on her 52nd birthday and by that point she had been sick for years, lung cancer, several strokes, a heart attack that required triple bypass surgery, and both legs amputated. My uncle passed at 50 after battling lung cancer for a few years. This man has literally lived as long as the two of them combined with none of the issues , it's mind blowing really

[@asthecrowflies737]

One of my most favorite people on the planet.

[@tommas2674]

going to have a big talk with this planned obsoletion (

[@shewearsbowties]

This sweet man sent me his autograph about 10 years ago, I mailed a self addressed envelope along with a letter and instead of signing a piece of paper he sent a whole autographed portrait with my name on it. I’ve been a fan since a child and it meant so much to me.

[@thegrizzgrisim5139]

Somthing positive for a change. Hats off to you gentlemen!

[@DaniMacYo]

He’s incredible still for his age. It’s impressive. ❤️

[@ladikmk]

Mr. Van Dyke is such a sweet man, who has put smiles on millions of peoples' faces for so, so many years. I'm so thankful that he still "has plans." God bless him.

[@inthrutheoutdoor5849]

A national treasure!

[@purplerain2314]

He got places to go and people to see.

[@Victorylap-fy4ke]

Mr. Van Dyke goes to the gym every morning. He's so devoted he has a key to the front door. Amazing. I learned at a young age. The fountain of youth is EXERCISE!!!

[@BeckyHines-x6o]

God was looking over Mr Van Dyke that’s for sure. Thanks to the young men that helped save him and his home. ❤

[@tiffy623]

Thank you to his neighbours for saving his life and showing us the meaning of caring for one another

[@tims8603]

One of my most favorite actors and persons. Always a smile and a joke or two.

[@ReelVideos122]

Happy 99th birthday Mr. Van Dyke. Karma, what goes around, comes around. You are a good man with a kind soul. You are a blessing and this day you were blessed.

[@perevision]

Thank you for saving one of the world’s treasures - and his treasures!

[@paperprincess1050]

Dear man, what joy he shared with us all through many years.

[@lucassupports3234]

That's good, those are good people who support him.

[@StitchGV]

I’m amazed at HOW GOOD HE LOOKS for 99! 😳 He says he’s got plans, I honestly believe he’ll make them happen!

[@RedRose920]

He seems like such a sweet, down to earth man!! I'm so glad he and Bobo are alright!!

[@missmanxee]

Thank goodness I am glad that his home and some of his most iconic moments in film and television like props and awards didn’t get burned god bless the brave people who got him to safety 👍❤️

[@tripkingdrip666-cashaura5]

99 and still going strong. What a gangsta

[@RebeccaMcDuffee]

Proof that there are still kind people in today’s world. Those 4 men are real life angels.

[@4Truth05]

What a treasure! And… look who he has paintings of in is house! Stan and Buster! Two legends Van Dyke idolized. Just have to love him.

[@vanessashelton3732]

Thank god for the neighbours. And they found his lovely cat. I absolutely love Mr. Van Dyke ❤❤

[@davismiller4369]

Such a wonderful, lovely man!

[@collegevolleyball5954]

Im not crying. He’s so sharp and strong for a 99 yo. God bless u grandpa and the neighbors 🥰

[@edeyawilson8537]

This is SO wholesome that it made me 😭 to witness kindness to our elders whom are important and valued too. Even though i cried, it nice they saved his house which looked like a testiment to his life which is how he became a part of the world. This was a nice update. ❤😊

[@wendymccarthy9167]

Such a beautiful genuine soul

[@Longj1918]

You guys are lucky he's a true living legend😊 I grew up watching this guy

[@adamivester9876]

This man is a national treasure, hope he lives a thousand years 👍

[@alex2980]

A lovely man.

[@amandagrayson389]

I had a fire for my birthday a few years back. I don’t recommend it. But neighbours are always wonderful. We weren’t home and someone saw it and called it in.

[@edwardmctaggart6841]

Great entertainer. Hope he reaches 100 and beyond.

[@yk2sunshine]

Prayers!!!! We love him and we embrace the optimistic plans. Same here! AMEN- LEAPS OF FAITH!!

[@ozzymd1]

WOW , Thank you for saving D.V.D. he was such a enjoyable character in my childhood , I'd hate to see him perish horribly, he needs to pass peacefully and have a momentus funeral , he was very fond of Stan Laurel and attended his funeral in ' 65 so Thank you again for saving him !

[@MiriamGaray-z8m]

Thank You & God Bless to each Everyone who All helped this Living Legend, Mr. Van Dyke with Saving him, His house, His pets & His 99th birthday. May God Bless Him with Many More to Come❣️🥰💖

[@tianly6177]

Reminds everybody of their childhoods.

[@Drixenol86]

Glad he’s okay. Happy birthday, Mr. Van Dyke.

[@LS-mc2rv]

He's unbelievable!

[@suzanneporter7907]

Praise God! A special thank you to all those carrying neighbors.

[@erthmthr]

always loved his performances!

[@andrewjacksonbr]

Blessed and highly favored

[@deaconfrost4100]

When he does go we will all loose some pieces of our childhood...

[@river8760]

He’s such a light in this world, ❤

[@carollynt]

Loved him in Columbo, his TV shows and all the many wonderful movies. What a great dancer he was! Happy Birthday!

[@bikeny]

I don't disagree, but did he do a guest appearance on Columbo? And did he play a bad guy so as to go against type?

[@clarkmacgowan5114]

​@bikeny yes, his role in one Columbo episode was just fantastic. And he did indeed play a bad guy. He's a photographer who wants to run off with his sexy assistant. You need to find it and check it out. It's one of the earlier episodes before it got all cornball and over dramatic. He was just so excellent in it.

[@Nancy-px7hn]

Happy 99th Birthday to you! Glad you, your cat and your home are safe.

[@misaelmuniz7418]

THATS a national treasure right there 😅

[@kellyk8966]

National Treasure.

[@Lily_1010]

God bless him and thank God for those people helping him, glad to see he's still here and doing great!

[@SulliMike23]

Well thank god for these guys saving this National Treasure

[@heleneharris6904]

I hope he has many more happy, healthy years left!!!!

[@hikeclimbsail]

❤️🎉🎂HAPPY BIRTHDAY!🎂🎉❤️

[@chronofantasy1987]

Such a charming and good man. I'm so happy to see all these positive stories about him and the people involved in his life. Mind you, it's bad the fires are happening around, but I'm happy to hear he was saved and helped. I'm dreading to hear the news when he passes, so i hope he lives to 120 years old, as long as he's still not in pain while living.

[@davidcahan]

He looks damn good for 99

[@thisis.michelletorres444]

What a legend! Glad they saved his home, at that age, the loss of it would have been too devastating!

[@virgilrice7675]

Legends never die there just immortalized in history for centuries

[@Bamberlove80]

Dear God, I love that man. He’s a genius and a wonderful human

[@ronaldlee3537]

Such a lucky soul, God definitely has plans for him.

[@Philthefisherofmen]

You’re absolutely right! God has plans for every single person created. There’s a narrow freeway that goes to heaven. There’s a broad toll road that goes to hell. He’s still alive. There is still hope. JOHN 3:3

[@kittymervine6115]

he deserves all the best.

[@whodiedtoday-us]

Thank you, wonderful neighbors!

[@kattybent]

How do you like that he didn’t lose anything in the fire now that is a good birthday present

[@Acronym6197]

99! He looks younger and decidedly healthier than a certain 78-year-old overweight bleached blond we all know.

[@esseker6320]

What a lovely man with a beautiful soul 😊🫡.

[@isaacanimalogo-4548]

Oooh yeah these neighbors are Now living legends for helping another still living legend live a little longer!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@ToniLabandeira]

God bless your neighbors, Mr. VanDyke !! I LOVE you & your work !❤

[@A13XLaircey]

You go bro!! 💯 Happy 99th, hope you have another to come!

[@M3Vader]

Great job don’t let anyone tell you there isn’t great people still left in LA

[@clarkmacgowan5114]

My home of 50 years. I went through earthquakes and other disasters with great neighbors. We pulled our resources together to have food to eat even though we had no power for a couple of weeks, help people put their places back together. I mean there's good and bad people everywhere but I had wonderful neighbors and friends in Los Angeles and San Francisco and it makes me just sick all these ridiculous stories about how horrible people in California are. In fact I worked for a movie studio for over a decade so a lot of my friends were what Republicans would call those Hollywood types. And we got each other through the death of parents, surgeries, job loss. The regular people who maybe happen to have a job at a movie studio or a record company. I don't know maybe those people are just jealous, but I did a great job but every place I worked so did my friends, some of my bosses were nice some weren't. Tell me how that's different from places in missouri, tennessee, Wisconsin?

[@katrinabrown9613]

That's beautiful