Henry Winkler is a well-known actor, writer, and producer famous for his role as Fonzie on “Happy Days.” So, what is Henry Winkler doing these days?
Currently, he’s up to a few things:
1. He plays Gene Cousineau in HBO’s “Barry,” an odd acting coach who guides a hitman turned actor. He won an Emmy Award for this in 2018.
2. He writes kids’ books like the “Here’s Hank” series, drawing from his own experiences growing up with dyslexia.
3. You can also catch him in TV shows like “Arrested Development” and “MacGyver,” where he’s an executive producer.
4. He’s promoting his new memoir, “Being Henry: The Fonz…And Beyond,” sharing his life story, from childhood to career.
Henry Winkler is still active in the entertainment world, and he’s beloved by fans and colleagues. He’s very much alive at 77 years old, living in Los Angeles with his wife, Stacey.
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Early Life and Career
Henry Winkler, born in Manhattan, New York City, on October 30, 1945, came from a Jewish family. His early years were spent on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, and he graduated from McBurney School in 1963. Later, he ventured to Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts. After his college days, he journeyed back to New York City to pursue his acting dreams.
Happy Days and Other Roles
Winkler’s most iconic role is that of Arthur “Fonzie” Fonzarelli in the beloved American TV show, Happy Days. He portrayed this character from 1974 to 1984 and earned two Golden Globe Awards for his outstanding performance. In addition to his television success, Winkler has made his mark in the film industry, appearing in movies like Heroes (1977), Night Shift (1982), Scream (1996), The Waterboy (1998), Holes (2003), The French Dispatch (2021), and Black Adam (2022).
Awards:
Henry Winkler has won numerous awards for his acting skills. Here’s a list of some of his noteworthy achievements:
Golden Globe Awards
Best Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for Happy Days (1977)
Best Supporting Actor – Series, Miniseries, or Television Film for An American Christmas Carol (1979)
Emmy Awards
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for Happy Days (1978)Outstanding Children’s Special for CBS
Schoolbreak Special: “All the Kids Do It” (1990)
Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series for The Practice (2000)Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for Barry (2018)
Critics’ Choice Television Awards
Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for Barry (2018)
Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for Barry (2019)
Writing Career(books written by Henry Winkler):
Henry Winkler has written many books. Here’s a list of some of them:
1. Niagara Falls, or Does It? (2003)
2. I Got a “D” in Salami (2003)
3. Day of the Iguana (2001)
4. The Zippity Zinger (2009)
5. Bookmarks Are People Too! (2014)
6. Holy Enchilada! (2004)
7. Zero to Hero (2012)
8. The Night I Flunked My Field Trip (2004)
9. Help! Somebody Get me out of Fourth Grade! (2004)
10. My Secret Life as a Ping-Pong Wizard (2005)
11. My Dog’s a Scaredy-Cat: A Halloween Tail (2006)
12. Being Henry: The Fonz . . . and Beyond (2023)
13. The Curtain Went Up, My Pants Fell Down (2007)
14. Barfing in the Backseat: How I Survived My Family Road Trip (2007)
15. I’ve Never Met an Idiot on the River: Reflections on Family, Fishing, and Photography (2011)
16. Who Ordered This Baby? Definitely Not Me! (2014)
17. A Short Tale About a Long Dog (2014)
18. Mind If I Read Your Mind? (2012)
19. The Life of Me: Enter at Your Own Risk (2008)
20. Dump Trucks and Dogsleds (2009)
21. Alien Superstar (2019)
22. A Brand-New Me! (2010)
23. Stop That Frog! (2014)
24. Fake Snakes and Weird Wizards (2015)
25. A Tale of Two Tails (2008)
26. There’s a Zombie in My Bathtub (2015)
27. How to Scare the Pants Off Your Pets (2013)
28. How to Hug an Elephant (2015)
29. The Soggy, Foggy Campout (2016)
30. Always Dance with a Hairy Buffalo! (2013)
31. Everybody Is Somebody (2019)
32. Hooray! My Butt Left the Bench! (2017)
33. Robot on the Loose #11 (2018)
34. Hollywood vs. the Galaxy (2021)
FAQ
1. What is Henry Winkler doing these days?
Ans. He’s promoting his new memoir, “Being Henry: The Fonz…And Beyond,” sharing his life story, from childhood to career.