Dick Van Dyke's absence was felt at the 2024 Emmy Awards. The legendary actor, 98, did not attend this year's awards ceremony, which was held at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater on Sunday, September 15, despite being announced by the Television Academy and ABC as one of the show's celebrity presenters,

His longevity continues to persist. In June, Van Dyke became the oldest DayTime Emmy winner, capturing an award for his guest role as Timothy Robicheaux on “Days of Our Lives.” As the actor admitted, it was a first for him.

Mary Poppins’ star also shared some poignant advice on the importance of perseverance as he received the trophy

The 76th Emmy Awards went off without a hitch, but one highly-anticipated presenter never stepped onto the stage. Along with father-and-son hosts Eugene Levy and Dan Levy and presenters like Jean Smart,