William Daniels Celebrates 99th Birthday, Stays Active

0:00It's March 31st, entertainment and celebrity news today starts now, AI powered in spotlight ready. I'm Cory with the story. William Daniels just hit his 99th birthday, and the boy meets world legend is feeling spry. In a fresh Instagram video, he shouted out fans for keeping his spirit young at heart. You know him best as the wise Mr. Fini, but this guy's resume runs deep. Back in the day, Daniel snagged two Emmy awards for St. Elsewhere, then voiced that slick talking car, KIT on Knight Rider. He capped off the 80s and 90s owning the screen as the ultimate mentor on boy meets world across all seven seasons. His former students from the show, Danielle Fischell, writer Strong and Will Friedle, dropped a heartfelt Instagram tribute. They called him an icon and role model on and off screen, wishing him a day full of joy after all he's given them. Now Daniels is kicking back with his two sons, four grandchildren and wife Bonnie Bartlett, who's 96. They've been married 74 years straight out of St. Elsewhere, no less.

1:05Looking ahead, he's eyeing more fan conventions and cameo videos to stay sharp, plus he even hit the dancing with the star's floor last fall. Keeps that energy flowing, and he's all about staying productive in his golden years.