@cleanandsober: In this candid interview on The Dick Cavett Show, legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke speaks openly about his struggles with alcoholism and how it affected his life and career. Born December 13, 1925, Van Dyke became beloved for roles in The Dick Van Dyke Show, Mary Poppins, and countless stage and screen performances — all while wrestling privately with alcohol use. He reflects on how drinking became a way to cope with pressure and expectations, and how difficult it was to admit there was a problem. Rather than hide behind fame or fame’s masks, Van Dyke speaks with humility and honesty about the journey toward sobriety and self-awareness. His account stands as a powerful reminder that addiction can touch anyone — even those who make the world laugh — and that choosing sobriety can lead to healing, clarity, and a richer relationship with life itself. #DickVanDyke #Sobriety #AddictionRecovery #AlcoholismAwareness #MentalHealth #HollywoodHistory #RecoveryJourney #ChooseHealing

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Tuesday 10 February 2026 18:00:00 GMT