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DWTS Judge Derek Hough's Dick Van Dyke Flub
4 Nov
Summary
- Derek Hough mistakenly implied Dick Van Dyke had passed away.
- Fans online quickly corrected Hough's inaccurate statement about Van Dyke.
- Dick Van Dyke, age 100, is alive and has past connections to the show.
In a recent episode of Dancing with the Stars, judge Derek Hough mistakenly referred to Dick Van Dyke in a way that suggested the iconic performer had passed away. Hough made the comment while critiquing Harry Shum Jr.'s performance on Disney night. His remarks quickly drew attention from viewers who were aware that the 100-year-old star is still alive.
Online, fans rapidly responded to Hough's apparent misstatement, with many social media users clarifying that Dick Van Dyke is indeed living. These reactions highlighted the surprise and humor surrounding the judge's phrasing. Van Dyke, a celebrated figure in entertainment, has previous ties to Dancing with the Stars, including a past performance where Hough himself was involved.
Despite the gaffe, the competition on Dancing with the Stars continues as the season progresses toward its conclusion. Viewers can stream new episodes and related content, such as the Mary Poppins films, on Disney+.
