TL;DR
- William Daniels, famous for Mr. Feeny, turns 99.
- He jokes about not wanting to reach 100.
- Stays active with workouts and Cameos.
- Celebrating with family on the East Coast.
- Shares secrets to a long marriage.
Hold onto your hats, folks! The beloved actor who brought us the iconic Mr. Feeny from Boy Meets World is turning 99, and he’s still got the charm and wit that made him a household name. William Daniels, the man behind the wise and witty character, recently opened up about his upcoming birthday and what it feels like to be so fabulously close to the century mark.
In a delightful chat with People, Daniels quipped, “I certainly don’t feel 99 years old, that’s for sure.” And honestly, who does? As he gears up for the big 1-0-0 next year, he humorously added, “Oh, I don’t want to be 100. Who wants to be 100?” Classic Feeny, always keeping it real!
So, how does this nonagenarian plan to celebrate? With family, of course! Daniels revealed that his whole clan will be gathering for the occasion, saying, “My two sons, their wives, and our four grandchildren. Half of our family lives on the East Coast, so it’s great to have everyone in one place.” Sounds like a family reunion worthy of a sitcom episode!
But wait, there’s more! This silver fox isn’t just sitting around reminiscing about the good old days. He’s keeping busy working out with a personal trainer, attending conventions, and filming Cameos for his adoring fans. “I do hundreds of Cameos every year, and that feels good,” he shared. “It allows me to perform, which demands a certain amount of energy and focus. I think that’s good for me. I like being productive.” Talk about aging like fine wine!
And let’s not forget about his enduring love story with wife Bonnie Bartlett. Married since 1951, Daniels shared their secret to a long-lasting relationship: “I think the main reason why we’ve been married for 75 years is because we never seriously considered being with anyone else. So we had to work things out. You know?” Now that’s a love story that deserves a standing ovation!
Besides Boy Meets World, Daniels has graced our screens in other classics like St. Elsewhere, Knight Rider, and even The Graduate. Last year, he surprised everyone by appearing on Dancing with the Stars as a Dedication Night guest, proving that age is just a number when you’ve got talent and charisma like his.
So here’s to William Daniels, a true icon who continues to inspire us all with his humor, energy, and love. Happy 99th birthday, Mr. Feeny! May your wisdom and wit shine on for many more years to come!