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It has been 60 years since Mary Poppins hit theaters and screens in the ‘60s, but it remains one of America’s foremost classics starring Julie Andrews. For her film debut, the then 28-year-old gave a sterling performance that shot her to fame and earned her an Oscar for Best Actress. If fans are feeling a bit nostalgic this holiday, they can stream the 20/20 special edition, The Untold Story of Mary Poppins, which aired on ABC days ago, on Disney+ and Hulu. Dick Van Dyke, who co-starred with Julie Andrews as he always knew Mary Poppins would be a good movie. A look back as ‘Mary Poppins’ turns 60 MARY POPPINS, Julie Andrews, 1964/Everett The making of Mary Poppins was met with initial resistance from the book’s author P.L Travers, whose daughters Diane and Sharon piqued Walt Disney’s interest. The girls were obsessed with the story, but the studio’s attempt to make a movie out of it was cut short by Travers. She also thought the animations were unserious and should be left out. Interestingly, the back and forth with Travers birthed her character in Saving Mr. Banks, where she was portrayed as a dragon. Aside from her fiery side, Travers came about these stories while trying to console her sisters when they nearly lost their mother. She used to tell them stories about a magic horse, and a certain Aunt Ellie, similar to Mary Poppins, helped. MARY POPPINS, Dick Van Dyke, Julie Andrews, 1964/Everett ‘Mary Poppins’ eventually received approval As Mary Poppins turns 60, it is worth noting that the creators did not give up on making it happen, as they had inquired about the rights for decades. They agreed to pay Travers $750,000 plus a percentage of the film’s potential profits. MARY POPPINS, Karen Dotrice, Julie Andrews, Matthew Garber, 1964/Everett While seeking someone to play the title character Mary Poppins, Disney noticed Julie Andrews during a Broadway presentation of Camelot and offered her the role. She was even pregnant at the time, but Disney worked around her schedule instead to make sure she was comfortable. Next up: Julie Andrews Scored An Oscar For Role She Got After Getting Passed Over For ‘My Fair Lady’ The post Disney’s ‘Mary Poppins’ Turns 60 — Walk Down Memory Lane To Learn The Making Of The Classic Film appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

Dick Van Dyke posed with his son Barry, and grandson Wes, at Malibu City Hall last year, sparking heartfelt reactions among fans. They were pleased to see Dick Van Dyke with two more generations, showing the continuity of life and the actor’s strong genes. Barr, who turned 73 in July, is one of Dick Van Dyke’s four children, the others being Christian, Stacy, and Carrie. He is arguably the most famous of the screen icon’s kids, and he has credits as an actor, writer, and director in multiple productions. Meet Dick Van Dyke’s famous son Dick Van Dyke/ImageCollect Barry is also a father of four with his wife of five decades, Mary. Dick Van Dyke’s son has famously starred alongside him in Diagnosis: Murder in the ‘90s, with their last movie collaboration being 2014’s The Girl He Met Online. The rest of his siblings have also worked with their dad on a few productions. Dick Van Dyke’s son has praised him in the past for his integrity and dedication to work, even if it meant enduring physical pain. Barry also thanked Dick Van Dyke for letting him enjoy his childhood and only pursue an acting career after graduating from high school. Dick Van Dyke/Instagram Dick Van Dyke’s grandson shows off artistic talent Dick Van Dyke’s grandson Wes is Barry’s third born, who is also an actor. The 40-year-old is also an impressive artist, and Dick Van Dyke posed with him and Barry at one of his art shows. “Three generations of incredible artists,” Dick Van Dyke’s grandson wrote along with the snap. Dick Van Dyke/ImageCollect Fans took to the comments, gushing about Dick Van Dyke’s son and grandson and their talented household. “Aw, I loved ‘Diagnosis Murder’ So lovely to see your son Barry & Grandson Wes with you,” someone exclaimed. “Lovely family all three men are very handsome,” another user noted. Next up: Meet Dave Coulier’s Wife Melissa Bring, Who Runs A Holistic Wellness Brand Amid Dave’s Cancer Battle The post Dick Van Dyke Appears In Family Photo Spanning Three Generations With Son And Grandson appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

Aside from being a Swiss socialite, Jocelyn Wildenstein is even more popular for plastic surgery, which has earned her the moniker “Catwoman.” She began her plastic surgery journey with her late ex-husband, Alec Wildenstein, in the late ‘70s; however, she went overboard with hers, spending millions of dollars in the process. Jocelyn recently made a shocking claim to The Sun, denying the plastic surgery allegations. It is not her first time insisting against public opinion, as she once attributed her looks to her Swiss heritage, noting that her mother has cat eyes just like hers. Jocelyn Wildenstein says she is a ‘plastic surgery virgin’ Jocelyn Wildenstein/Instagram Jocelyn said she has yet to get on the plastic surgeon’s operating table and never will because she is scared of the outcome. She also spoke against Botox, which she has gotten twice but reacted badly to. The 84-year-old also denied ever getting fillers after seeing her friends’ faces get worse. Fans have taken to social media to clap back at the famous personality, and are calling her out for lying blatantly. “It’s downright ridiculous to claim she hasn’t had extensive work done. Adults can do whatever they want to their own body imo, but own it,” an X user retorted. Jocelyn Wildenstein/Instagram Why did Jocelyn Wildenstein get so much plastic surgery done? Jocelyn reportedly underwent a lot of facial surgery to please her late ex-lover Alec. Sources say he wanted her to look like a Lynx, which explains her exaggerated catty features. Alec denied these revelations, calling her a crazy woman who refused his warnings about excessive plastic surgery. Jocelyn Wildenstein/Instagram Jocelyn shared a throwback photo of herself last summer, showing what she looked like before surgery. She was breathtakingly beautiful with chiseled cheekbones, a defined jawline and pursed lips. Fans were furious at her transformation as he former self looked better. Next up: Paul Simon Is Frustrated That He Cannot Perform This One Song Due To Hearing Loss The post ‘Catwoman’ Jocelyn Wildenstein Bizzarely Insists She Never Had Plastic Surgery appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

One of Hollywood’s most shocking and tragic deaths is that of Natalie Wood, which happened in 1981. The actress, known for her roles in films like West Side Story and Rebel Without a Cause, drowned to death under mysterious circumstances. Her death was initially ruled as accidental drowning after she disappeared from the yacht “Splendour” off California’s Catalina Island at about 11 p.m. on November 28, 1981. However, in 2011, the case was reopened,d and the cause of death was changed to “drowning and other undetermined factors.” 43 years after her death, two new witnesses have come forward with fresh evidence, increasing the chances of a grand jury investigation, which may indict her husband, Robert Wagner. How did Natalie Wood die?  Natalie Wood/Everett Wood was on a Thanksgiving boat trip with her husband, Christopher Walken, and the boat’s captain, Dennis Davern, when she went missing. They all claimed to not know what happened that night. Her husband stated that she was not with him when he went to bed. How and why she left the yacht and many other details about the accident are still unknown, most especially how she got the bruises found on her body. According to Ruli, the journalist and author who investigated Natalie Wood’s death, the new witness accounts align with the testimony of Davern, who claimed that a violent argument occurred on the yacht during the Thanksgiving weekend cruise. Wagner had allegedly accused Natalie Wood of having an affair with her co-star Christopher Walken, who was also on board. Davern alleged that Robert Wagner, then 51, became enraged, smashing a wine bottle on a table and engaging in a physical altercation with Natalie Wood just before she disappeared. He also said Wagner refused to allow him to call for help until four hours after Wood went missing.  Natalie Wood/Everett Witnesses confirm Robert Wagner was violent towards Natalie Wood on the night of her death One of the new witnesses, a 17-year-old boy then, who was on a fishing boat close to the “Splendour,” the yacht owned by her husband, confirmed that Wood was physically abused by Wagner that night, which would explain the bruises found on her body. He revealed that he heard the Hollywood couple arguing and then Natalie Wood’s screams, which have haunted him to date.  Natalie Wood/Everett The second witness, an 80-year-old woman, alleged that Wagner put his hands on Natalie Wood in the dressing room. Wagner repeatedly explained that Natalie Wood had gone off on her own and never returned. His lawyers have also maintained their stance that the actor had nothing to do with his wife’s death. However, the 94-year-old actor has not responded to the recent allegations. Next up: ‘Catwoman’ Jocelyn Wildenstein Bizzarely Insists She Never Had Plastic Surgery The post How Did Actress Natalie Wood Die? New Evidence Revealed After 43 Years appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

A quirk of the calendar will be giving stargazers a treat Saturday night — but only in certain areas of the country. Thanks to a disconnect between the calendar and the lunar cycle, states in the West,…