Dick Van Dyke, 98, and his wife Arlene Silver, 52, have opened up about their 46-year age difference and the evolution of their relationship. They met at the SAG Awards in 2006 when Silver, a makeup artist, caught Van Dyke’s eye, leading to a professional relationship that blossomed into a deep friendship and eventually marriage in 2012. Despite initial concerns about their age gap, both Van Dyke and Silver emphasize that their connection transcends age. Van Dyke praises Silver’s joyful and positive nature, while Silver admires how he has encouraged her to sing in public for the first time. Van Dyke attributes his longevity to regular exercise, maintaining an active lifestyle by going to the gym three times a week.