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99-Year-Old Dick Van Dyke Outshines Younger Celebs at the Gym
26 Sep, 2025
Summary
- Dick Van Dyke, now 99, was "working out on every machine" at the gym
- Van Dyke did a "little dance step" after using the chest press machine
- Rick Springfield, 76, quipped that he thought he was "doing well" at his age
On September 26, 2025, singer Rick Springfield had a surprising encounter at the gym. While filming an episode of Men's Health, Springfield ran into 99-year-old TV icon Dick Van Dyke, who was vigorously working out on every machine in the gym.
According to Springfield, Van Dyke, who will turn 100 on December 13, 2025, "did a little dance step" after completing a set on the chest press. Impressed by the nonagenarian's energy and fitness, the 76-year-old Springfield joked, "I thought I was doing well at 76."
Van Dyke, who has lived in Malibu for about 30 years, is known for his positive outlook on life. His upcoming book, "100 Rules for Living to 100: An Optimist's Guide to a Happy Life," is set to be published on November 18, 2025.
Springfield, who is also dedicated to fitness, shared that he exercises daily and maintains a healthy lifestyle, even while on tour. The "Jessie's Girl" singer has cut back on alcohol in recent years, focusing instead on getting enough sleep and finding good restaurants.
