Today, Dick Van Dyke turns 85!
Sadly, he's recovering from an injury; maybe all our good wishes will speed his healing. Happiness wishes him a glorious day filled with the joy he's given us during his wonderful career.
In tribute, take a moment to let Mr. Van Dyke do what he always does: make you smile!
Friday Night Lights (8pm, NBC) - Coach Taylor mingles with those on the less fortunate side of town when he puts together a fundraiser to fix the lights in Carroll Park. Also, Becky gets some potentially life-changing news.
America Celebrates July 4th at Ford's Theater (9pm, ABC) - At this special taped earlier in June and hosted by Ty Burrell ("Modern Family"), President Obama presents African Archbishop Desmond Tutu and South African Constitutional Court Justice Albie Sachs with the theater's Lincoln Medal. The medal "exemplifies the particular focus, dedication and generosity of spirit" of President Abraham Lincoln. Dick Van Dyke, Kelly Clarkson, and Lionel Richie perform, as well as the cast of "Mary Poppins" and the Soldier's Chorus of the United States Army Field Band.
Merlin (10pm, Syfy) - In the Season 2 finale, the freed dragon attacks Camelot with a fury that cannot be defeated except by a dragonlord, all but one of whom where killed years earlier at Uther's behest. Isn't that always the way... So, Merlin and Arthur set out to find the last dragonlord (John Lynch).
Miami Medical (10pm, CBS) - In the series finale, Proctor and Zambrano each question their ethical boundaries when faced with difficult decisions concerning the lives of their patients. Also, Deleo's brother unexpectedly reappears.
