American actor and comedian Dick Van Dyke has canceled his much-anticipated appearance at the FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention. Fans are now worried and sending their prayers.
FanX shared the news on September 21 via a statement on social media and their website.
“We regret to inform you that Dick Van Dyke cannot travel to FanX. He appreciates all the support from his fans, but at almost 99 years old, traveling and meeting thousands of people is more than he can handle right now,” the statement said.
The message emphasized that although Van Dyke is still loved by many fans, the physical demands of public appearances have become too difficult for the legendary entertainer.
Once the news broke, fans quickly took to social media to share their thoughts and prayers for the beloved actor. Many recognized how demanding public events can be for someone approaching their 99th birthday, but they still expressed their worry and love for him.
Dick Van Dyke’s lighthearted remark about praying to make it to his 99th birthday perfectly captures the candid and playful spirit he’s always had, even when discussing his health.
With his December 13 birthday approaching, fans are rallying around him, sending prayers and positive messages. They all share the same hope—that he stays healthy and happy for many more years to come.
CELEBRITY NAMES WHO GOT CRITICISED FOR THEIR GRAY HAIR
SARAH JESSICA PARKER
The Carrie Bradshaw of “Sex and the City,” famous actress Sarah Jessica Parker was criticised for her makeup-free and with gray haired look, while having a dinner with Andy Cohen.
Many people caleld her old, because she has silver hair, but no one called Andy Cohen anything, who had more grays than Parker, and those comments were labeled as “misogynistic.”
58-year-old Parker had questioned people, that why they were questions about people who doesn’t care about being aged, in an interview.
“It almost feels as if people don’t want us to be perfectly OK with where we are, as if they almost enjoy us being pained by who we are today, whether we choose to age naturally and not look perfect, or whether you do something if that makes you feel better.”
“I know what I look like… What am I going to do about it? Stop aging? Disappear?” Parker added. “I like to be graceful with myself. I’m not delusional. I know that age adds up…” 58-year-old actress said.
DIANE KEATON
The 78-year-old famous Diane Keaton had faced with criticism in 2014, when she appeared with her silver hair at the Golden Globes. Many people from social media had criticised Keaton over her age.
Keaton had talked about aging gracefully, and stated that the grays in her head were her “battle scars,” and that a person shouldn’t be afraid to show them.
“I don’t see anything wrong with face-lifts or Botox or fillers. They just erase the hidden battle scars. I intend to wear mine, sort of,” Keaton said.
JENNIFER ANISTON
In 2023, the famous actress Jennifer Aniston had shared her gray hair from social media, and she received her share from the criticism towards aging.
“Anyone would think going gray was an anamomaly for tv/movie stars seriously!! We better give Jennifer a plack/award for it she’s soooo brave it’s never heard of [sic],” a person wrote.
Other comments were, “Well done for allowing gray to come through – refreshing,” “Aside from some bad lip work, she looks amazing.”
“I am sure she entered the gray hair stage a while back – she’s just starting to embrace it,” Nah. Dye it. I know, it’s empowering and all that nonsense. Do yourself a favor and make it blonde.” “Gray hair doesn’t suit you yet. Save it for later plz.”
The 55-year-old star actress shared that her Greek genes are the reason for her beauty, and that people should stay hydrated, and sleep for good hours. “Don’t overproduct, that’s the other thing. Getting proper sleep is always important,” Aniston said.
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