I did a guest shot on a comedy series where they did 20 to 30 takes of everything. It's just gone by then. The joke is over. It's not funny anymore, and then of course, the editor's the one that has to figure out the timing. I think a lot depends on that.
Dick Van DykeAs wonderful as they were, my parents didn't teach me anything about self-discipline, concentration, patience, or focus. If I hadn't had a family myself, I probably never would've done anything. Marriage taught me responsibility.
Dick Van DykeWe spent a lot of time together and had a great time with Mary Tyler Moore. And just working with her was like improv.
Dick Van DykeSo I think we're kind of an alternate choice for people who have had it with sex and violence.
Dick Van Dyke