Dick Van Dyke Turns 100: How the Centenarian Triumphed in the ‘Risky’ Musical ‘Mary Poppins’ After Weathering His Show’s Near-Cancellation and an Emmy Boycott

As Dick Van Dyke turns 100, Variety looks back at how 'The Dick Van Dyke Show' was almost canceled and how 'Mary Poppins' was ...

‘The worst film I’ve ever seen’: Dick Van Dyke and the bittersweet saga of Mary Poppins

She hated me, she hated Julie Andrews,” was Dick Van Dyke’s blunt assessment of PL Travers in the wake of Walt Disney’s ...

‘Mary Poppins’ Star Had No Idea Dick Van Dyke Played This Character in the Classic Disney Movie

Karen Dotrice was shocked when she discovered that her co-star, Dick Van Dyke, had played this character in Disney's 'Mary ...

The remaining cast of ‘Mary Poppins’: Only three are still alive

To celebrate Dick Van Dyke’s 100th birthday, we take a look at the cast members from ‘Mary Poppins’ who are still with us ...
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The Magic Behind Mary Poppins: 10 Facts About the Film on Its Anniversary

Celebrate the anniversary of "Mary Poppins" with ten fascinating behind-the-scenes stories. Today marks the anniversary of “Mary Poppins,” the beloved film that has enchanted audiences for generations ...

Co-star recalls ‘badly behaved’ Dick Van Dyke on ‘Mary Poppins’ set ahead of icon’s 100th birthday

Dick Van Dyke may be turning 100 on Dec. 13, but his “Mary Poppins” co-star says the legendary actor has always been a ...

Dick Van Dyke Hosts Two-Hour Sing-a-Long Ahead of 100th Birthday and Performs ‘Mary Poppins’ Hits: We Must ‘Revive the Art of Conversation’

Dick Van Dyke performed classic songs from "Mary Poppins" and "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" during a two-hour sing-a-long event ...