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entertainment2 years ago

"Dick Van Dyke's Candid Reflections: From Alcoholism to Career Success"

Dick Van Dyke opens up about his lazy nature and reflects on his career spanning over 60 decades, including iconic roles in "The Dick Van Dyke Show," "Mary Poppins," and "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang." He discusses the loss of former colleagues and his battle with alcoholism, which he overcame in 1972. Van Dyke credits his wife for keeping him active and reveals that having fun has been the key to his success and longevity in the entertainment industry. He will be honored with a two-hour tribute special on CBS titled "Dick Van Dyke: 98 Years of Magic."

entertainment2 years ago

Dick Van Dyke's Surprising Revelations: Alcoholism, Laziness, and Hollywood Success

Dick Van Dyke, the 98-year-old legendary entertainer, revealed in an interview that he lacked ambition and considered himself a "lazy person" during his younger years. Reflecting on his prolific Hollywood career spanning over seven decades, Van Dyke admitted that he didn't actively pursue work and would simply wait for the phone to ring after completing a project. Despite his laid-back approach, he acknowledged his luck and the support of others in his success. Van Dyke will be celebrated in a two-hour tribute special titled "Dick Van Dyke: 98 Years of Magic," airing on CBS and Paramount+.

entertainment2 years ago

"Norman Lear: Television Legacy and Controversial Brilliance"

CBS will air a tribute special, "Norman Lear: A Life on Television," to celebrate the extraordinary career of television legend Norman Lear, who passed away at the age of 101. The one-hour special, hosted by Nischelle Turner and presented by Entertainment Tonight, will feature interviews with stars from Lear's classic sitcoms, including Good Times and One Day At A Time, as well as never-before-seen interviews from the ET vault. Lear's groundbreaking influence on the TV industry was recognized by a joint tribute from major broadcast networks.