Table of Biography
Margie Willett was a celebrity ex-wife. Margie Willet was the ex-wife of the legendary American actor Dick Van Dyke.
Early and Childhood
Margie Willet was born in the year 1927 and was 81 years old when she died in the year 2008. Moreover, she was suffering from pancreatic cancer and was diagnosed on 24th November 2006, and in the year 2008, she had her last breath in Durham County, North Carolina. Her birth name was Marjorie Willet. Likewise, she was born in Danville, Illinois, United States of America, and was an American by nationality. Similarly, she belongs to a Caucasian ethnic group and follows Christianity.
Regarding her family background, she was a very private person and there is not much detail available about her childhood. Likewise, there is no information about her parents and siblings available. Furthermore, about her educational background, there is no information about her educational qualifications in the media.
Margie Willett – Career and Professional Life
Margie was not much famous personality by her means. Moreover, she got famous after her marriage to Dick Van Dyke. Likewise, she was the ex-wife of the American comedian Dick Van Dyke. He is a famous figure in Hollywood. However, very little information about her is available to the public. Likewise, she has also not shared her pictures and family pictures unlike how other celebrity families.
Margie Willett – Net Worth 2024
However, she hasn’t shared any information related to her earnings and net worth.
Margie Willett – Relationship Status
Margie grew up in Illinois where she met her husband Dick Van Dyke. Likewise, she dated for a month before getting into a marital relationship. Likewise, after dating for a month she tied the knot on the year 1948 in Los Angeles. Regarding her initial phase of the relationship, Van was not as popular as the present. Moreover, they did not even have money for their wedding which was sponsored by a generous radio producer. Similarly, she and Van tied the knot on 12th February 1948 in a live broadcast radio show ‘Bride and Groom’. This live broadcast was sponsored by the producer of the show itself as they were broke to bear the expenses of their wedding. Moreover, the producer even paid for the honeymoon after this.
Likewise, their life was full of struggle as newlyweds before Van reached the height of fame. Likewise, at one point in time, they reached to rehabilitation center due to addiction as she was suffering from addiction to prescription drugs and Van to alcohol. Furthermore, as slowly Van started rising in his career, they started life into a colorful one. However, she was not very fond of showbiz and always preferred to keep herself away from the limelight. Likewise, they have four children together Barry Van Dyke, Carrie BethVann Dyke, Christian Van Dyke, and Stacy Van Dyke. Similarly, she is a grandmother to ten grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Unfortunately, she lost twins due to a miscarriage.
However, the couple parted ways on 4th May 1984 after the infidelity of Van in their relationship. He was in an extramarital affair with Michelle Triola his agent’s secretary and due to guilt, they ended their long relationship. However, after having a bad relationship, she was not in a romantic relationship with anyone.
Body Measurements
Margie was a very classy and down-to-earth lady. Moreover, she was very private and was not active on any social media. Likewise, there were very less pictures of her available in the media. Likewise, regarding her body measurement, there is no information about her height, weight, and vital stats. Moreover, looking at her pictures, she had an average body type. Likewise, she was fair with beautiful blue eyes and brown hair color.
Social Media
Reflecting upon her social media presence, she was a private person who always lived a low-key life. Likewise, she was not active on any social media channels.