287 Quotes by Dick Van Dyke

I’m always announcing my retirement. I’m still not retired.

The best writers were philosophers who wrapped their commentary about life in laughter.

You know, I’m almost out of the habit of watching episodic television now.

I do miss the rhythms of comedy. And I’ve never been able to perform very well without an audience. The sitcoms I’ve done had them. It was like doing a little play.

I’ve won several Emmys, a Tony and a Grammy, so maybe somebody will let me have an Oscar, and then I’ll have a full set.

I’ve been talking about retiring for years. It’s my standard answer to the question, ‘What are your future plans?’ The truth is, I’ll always want to do things that are worthwhile or fun.

I don’t play golf. I have more fun singing and dancing.

Just knowing you don't have the answers is a recipe for humility, openness, acceptance, forgiveness, and an eagerness to learn - and those are all good things.

I learned everything that I know about comedy and about show business and a lot about life from Carl.