Dick Van Dyke has made history as the oldest actor to win a Daytime Emmy for his guest role on “Days of Our Lives.” The 98-year-old actor was honored on June 7 at the 51st annual award show for his role as amnesiac Timothy Robicheaux on the daytime drama series, making him the oldest Daytime Emmy winner in history. The actor was accompanied by his wife, Arlene Silver.
“I don’t believe this. I feel like a spy from nighttime television,” Mr. Van Dyke said.
“I’m 98 years old. Can you believe it? This really tops off a lifetime of 80 years in the business. If I had known I would have lived this long, I would’ve taken better care of myself.
” “Days of Our Lives” is a daytime soap opera aired on NBC from 1965 to 2022 before moving to the Peacock streaming service. Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner of “Entertainment Tonight” hosted the awards ceremony, which aired live from The Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles, California. The ceremony honored soap operas, talk shows, and game shows.
Award presenters included Kelly Clarkson of “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” Steve Burton of “General Hospital,” Star Jones of “Divorce Court,” and Danielle Pinnock of “Ghosts,” among others. Mr. Van Dyke, who used a cane when making his way onto the stage, received a standing ovation for his historic win.
His wife held the trophy as he spoke to attendees. “I brought this lady up on stage because she was also on the show,” he said. “She played the cop who.
