Legendary actor Dick Van Dyke made history by winning the 2024 Daytime Emmy at age 98, becoming the oldest recipient ever.
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Van Dyke won for his role as Timothy Robicheaux, an amnesiac, on Peacock's "Days of Our Lives," impressing fans with his memorable performance.
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He humorously remarked, "I feel like a spy from nighttime television! If I had known I’d live this long, I would have taken better care of myself."
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Van Dyke's wife, Arlene Silver, joined him on stage. She had a cameo in the show, playing a cop who arrested his character.
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This win adds to Van Dyke's impressive list of awards, including four Primetime Emmys and a Daytime Emmy from 1984.
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Van Dyke is beloved for his versatility, starring in "The Dick Van Dyke Show," "Mary Poppins," and "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang."
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The 51st Daytime Emmy Awards also honored "General Hospital," which won four awards, including Best Daytime Drama.
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Other winners included "The Kelly Clarkson Show," Michelle Stafford from "The Young and the Restless," and Thorsten Kaye from "The Bold and the Beautiful."
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