Dick Van Dyke and Arlene Silver have once again shown that age is no barrier when love is real. The 99-year-old actor and his 53-year-old wife have been married for over a decade, proving naysayers wrong about their marriage. Many doubted their relationship initially, but the couple has clarified that their love for each other goes beyond numbers.
Recently, the two appeared together at a special event tagged Dick & Arlene Van Dyke Present Vandy Camp, held at Aviator Nation Dreamland in Malibu. The occasion raised funds for the Los Angeles Emergency Preparedness Foundation and allowed the couple to reflect on their life together.
People apparently thought Dick Van Dyke and Arlene Silver wouldn’t last
Dick Van Dyke first met Arlene Silver at the SAG Awards in 2006, where she was working as a makeup artist. Though Van Dyke was not the type to approach strangers, he introduced himself to her, and the simple gesture eventually led to a romantic relationship. At the time, Silver used to work behind the scenes, but her meeting with Van Dyke would quietly change her life.
Over the years, Van Dyke brought Silver to work together on several projects, and by 2012, they were married. While their marriage initially sparked mixed reactions, they proved that their affection was genuine. Those closest to the couple often remark on how naturally they interact and how their relationship flows without strain or conflict.
Looking ahead
Arlene Silver often supports Van Dyke both at home and in public. Even though she prefers privacy, she has now grown used to the attention that comes with her husband’s social status. The couple enjoys a quiet life together in their Malibu home, which was partially affected by the Franklin fire.
For both of them, staying home and enjoying each other’s company is more of a priority than the Hollywood spotlight. As Van Dyke approaches his 100th birthday, he continues to cherish every moment of life by Silver’s side. Despite their relationship being once controversial due to the age difference, it has become a lasting example to all who value it.