Under the warm glow of stage lights, Dick Van Dyke — at 99 years old — reminded the world that true charisma never fades. Sharing the spotlight with his wife, Arlene Silver, the legendary entertainer lit up the stage with a cheerful and charming performance of the Doris Day classic, Everybody Loves a Lover. From the very first note, the audience was beaming, swept up in the couple’s playful chemistry and infectious joy.
Their rendition wasn’t just a musical moment — it was a celebration of love, laughter, and a lifetime of shared rhythm. As their voices blended effortlessly and light-hearted banter filled the air, it was clear: this was more than a performance. It was a love letter in song. By the final chorus, the audience was on its feet, applauding not just the melody, but the enduring magic of Dick and Arlene.
Meet Arlene & The Vantastix
The duo was joined by The Vantastix, Dick’s very own barbershop quartet, founded in 2000. Arlene, Van Dyke’s wife and creative partner, directed the video for their rendition of Everybody Loves a Lover, delivering a vibrant, fun-filled tribute that captures the joy of their real-life connection. The performance was filmed at an art installation in Los Angeles titled SUPERSHOW, created by David Allen Burns and Austin Young (also known as Fallen Fruit).
Though Arlene dazzles with her sparkling vocals, it’s when Dick’s familiar, joyful voice joins in that the song truly takes flight. At 99, his voice still carries the warmth and signature phrasing that made him a household name — and when the full quartet joins, plus a surprise trumpet solo by Tony Guerrero, it becomes a delightful musical confection full of nostalgia and heart.
A Love Story in Harmony
Arlene and Dick’s love story is as charming as their performances. They met in 2006 when Arlene was working as a makeup artist at the Screen Actors Guild Awards. Years later, following the passing of Van Dyke’s second wife, their friendship blossomed into romance. They married in 2012, with Dick famously quipping that their 46-year age gap was a perfect balance: “She’s very mature for her age, and I’m very immature for mine — so it works out just right.”
The video is peppered with clever nods to Dick’s long career — including one playful moment where he sidesteps an ottoman, a wink to the iconic opening of The Dick Van Dyke Show. The cast even dons sweaters from The Dick Van Dyke Collection, a stylish throwback to his fashion line from the 1960s.
Music in the Kitchen, Dance in the Air
Their chemistry isn’t reserved for the stage. In a 2015 interview, Van Dyke told PEOPLE magazine that singing and dancing are woven into their everyday life. “I got up one morning and found her doing dishes in the kitchen… wearing tap shoes and dancing,” he laughed. That spirit — full of fun, love, and spontaneous rhythm — shines through every frame of their performance.
Timeless Talent, Ageless Love
The joy of watching Dick and Arlene perform together lies not just in their talent, but in the warmth they radiate. Their version of Everybody Loves a Lover is a perfect reminder that love, music, and laughter are timeless — and that sometimes, the most memorable performances are the ones that come straight from the heart.
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