Henry Winkler
- Born:
- October 30, 1945, New York City, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Actor, Director, Producer, Author
Early Life and Education
- Born to German-Jewish immigrants, Harry Irving Winkler and Ilse Anna Marie (née Hadra) Winkler.
- Suffered from dyslexia, which went undiagnosed until adulthood.
- Received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Emerson College in 1967.
- Graduated from the Yale School of Drama with a Master of Fine Arts degree in 1970.
Career and Major Achievements
- Rose to fame playing Arthur Fonzarelli, "The Fonz," on the television sitcom Happy Days (1974-1984), earning three Primetime Emmy Award nominations.
- Transitioned into producing and directing television shows and films in the 1980s.
- Experienced a career resurgence in the late 1990s and 2000s, with roles in Scream, The Waterboy, and Arrested Development.
- Won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his role in Barry (2018).
Notable Works
Acting
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-1984 | Happy Days | Arthur "The Fonz" Fonzarelli | Television series |
| 1996 | Scream | Principal Arthur Himbry | Film |
| 1998 | The Waterboy | Coach Klein | Film |
| 2003-2019 | Arrested Development | Barry Zuckerkorn | Television series |
| 2018-2023 | Barry | Gene Cousineau | Television series |
Author
Henry Winkler is also known as a successful children's author. The details of the 'henry winkler author biography for books' can be found in reviews of his popular Hank Zipzer series.
- Co-authored the Hank Zipzer series of children's books with Lin Oliver, which address learning differences and dyslexia.
Legacy and Impact
Henry Winkler's career spans several decades, and he is recognized for his iconic role as "The Fonz," his later success in dramatic roles, and his advocacy for dyslexia awareness. His contribution to television and children's literature has cemented his place as a cultural icon.