Jerry Van Dyke was an American actor and comedian best known for his roles in the TV sitcoms “Coach” and “My Mother the Car.” He was also the younger brother of legendary actor and comedian Dick Van Dyke. He passed away on January 5, 2018 at the age of 86. Here is a look at the life and career of Jerry Van Dyke, including his net worth, bio, age, height, weight and facts.
Jerry Van Dyke: Bio
Jerry Van Dyke was born on July 27, 1931 in Danville, Illinois. He was the younger brother of Dick Van Dyke and the son of Loren and Hazel Van Dyke. He started his career in the early 1960s, appearing in various television shows. His first major role was in the sitcom “My Mother the Car” which aired from 1965 to 1966. He then went on to have a recurring role in the popular sitcom “The Dick Van Dyke Show” and in “The Judy Garland Show.”
In the 1970s, Van Dyke starred in the sitcom “The Marshalls” and in the 1980s he was cast in the role of Luther Van Dam on the hit show “Coach.” He also starred in a number of movies such as “Used Cars,” “The Burbs,” and “Scrooged.” Van Dyke was a regular guest on “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” and also appeared on “The Late Show with David Letterman.” In his later years, he made guest appearances in shows such as “Yes, Dear” and “The Middle.”
Jerry Van Dyke: Net Worth
Jerry Van Dyke’s net worth was estimated to be around $20 million at the time of his death. He made his fortune from his long and successful career in television and film.
Jerry Van Dyke: Facts
- Jerry Van Dyke was a four-time Emmy Award nominee.
- He was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in 2003.
- He was married to his wife Shirley from 1959 until his death in 2018.
- He was a fan of the Chicago Cubs baseball team.
- He was an avid golfer and was a member of the Lakeside Golf Club in Burbank, California.
Jerry Van Dyke was a beloved actor and comedian who had a long and successful career in television and film. He was a four-time Emmy Award nominee and was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in 2003. He is remembered for his roles in shows such as “My Mother the Car,” “The Dick Van Dyke Show,” “The Marshalls” and “Coach.” Van Dyke passed away in 2018 at the age of 86.