Dick Van Dyke Performs On “The Masked Singer”: “Weirdest Thing I’ve Ever Done”

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As Dick Van Dyke demonstrated that age is not a number, he left everyone speechless at the premiere of season 9. “The Masked Singer” Wednesday.

The legendary Hollywood actor of 97 years old was revealed as the “Gnome” The show was described as “the show’s”. “greatest reveal ever” Nicole Scherzinger, the judge, was in tears.

The Grammy, Emmy and Tony Award winner sang the hit song. “When You’re Smiling” Frank Sinatra

“This is the most seasoned and most decorated we’ve had on our show, ladies and gentlemen,” Nick Cannon (42), was the host as the legendary actor revealed his identity.

“It was really dark in there. …I couldn’t see anything,” Van Dyke spoke to the audience.

Scherzinger could not help but smile at the performer while he was standing on stage.

“I love you so much, we love you, the whole world loves you so much. It’s an honor to have you on our show,” The Pussycat doll star stated. “I can’t believe you’re here, I’m trying to play it cool. You look so gorgeous, you look so handsome.”

Jenny McCarthy, 50, a fellow panelist, stated that she was “so blown away” The reveal.

Ken Jeong (53), a panelist, said to the Hollywood veteran that he instigated him to attempt comedy.

“You’re our childhood,” Jeong joined the conversation, adding Scherzinger’s voice. “Our greatest reveal ever.”

Van Dyke’s rendition of “The Sound of Music” was a real treat for the audience. “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” — the hit song from his 1964 “Marry Poppins” film starring Julie Andrews.

Van Dyke shared his story following his appearance on the hit series. Entertainment Weekly“I was so sure that nobody would guess that it was me that they would have someone 97 years old there.

“I would say it’s the weirdest thing I’ve ever done. But they didn’t put a mask on me. They made a great big like Pumpkinhead thing that I had to do.”

“It was a weird experience. I had two little peepholes I can see the audience with. It’s a good thing I’m not claustrophobic,” He added.