Henry Winkler is a well-known Actor, Producer, Director, Author, and Comedian. He became famous for working in a sitcom named “Happy Day” as Arthur. Winkler decides to become an actor at a very early age of nine when he did a school play. Henry Winkler Net Worth is around $40 million.
Biography
Henry Winkler (full name Henry Franklin Winkler) was born in New York, the United States of America, on October 30, 1945. He belongs to a German Jewish emigrated background. In 1939, the Winkler family migrated to America right before World War 2.
His father, Harry Irving Winkler, works as the president of an import-export company. He was brilliant in mental mathematic, and he knew almost eleven languages. His mother, Ilse Anna Marie, works as a homemaker. Henry Winkler has only one sister named Beatrice.
Winkler had a troubled childhood as he had undetected dyslexia. He was not right in studying and hates to study. Moreover, the books terrify him. He works hard but did not get good grades.
His parents have no idea about his mental problem. They beat him regularly for his bad grades.
Winkler’s parents often called him a stupid dog. Later, he starts releasing that he is ridiculous and dumb.
In 1967, he graduated from Emerson College, having a BA degree. His parents want him to join his father’s business. But, Winkler wants to pursue his dream and wants to begin his career in acting.
Beginning of Career
In 1970, Henry Winkler did his master’s graduation from Yale School of Drama. After his graduation, he went back to New York.
Later, he starts performing for free in a Theatre Club of Manhattan. Winkler began his career in 1972. He started his TV debut as an intern in a soap opera named “Another World.”
Later, in 1973 he moved to LA, with the recommendation letter from the producer of “The Lords of Flatbush” tom Miller. He did debut films in 1974 titled “Crazy Joe” and “The Lord of Flatbush.”
Henry Winkler Personal Details | |
| Real Name | Henry Franklin Winkler |
| Age | 75 years |
| Date of Birth | October 30, 1945 |
| Place of Birth | New York, America |
| Nationality | American |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Profession / Occupation | American Actor, Comedian, Director, Producer, and Author. |
Henry Winkler Body Stats | |
| Height | 5’6 feet or 168 cm |
| Weight | 58 kg |
| Body Type | Average |
| Chest Size | Unknown |
| Biceps | Unknown |
| Waist | Unknown |
| Eyes Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Shoe Size | Unknown |
| Dress Size | Unknown |
Henry Winkler Family Details | |
| Spouse / Wife Name | Stacey Weitzman ( m. 1978) |
| Father Name | Harry Irving Winkler |
| Mother Name | Ilse Anna Maria Winkler |
| Children | Max Winkler, Zoe Emily Winkler |
| Siblings | Beatrice Winkler |
After reaching Los Angeles, he got a part in the “Dinner Party” and “The Mary Tyler Moore Show.” Later after some time, he decided to go back to New York as he was feeling homesick.
But before going back to his hometown. He gave audition for a TV sitcom named “Happy Days” He just give it a try for the role of Arthur, and he got it.
On January 15, 1974, “Happy Days” released. Winkler got a small part in the TV sitcom but got recognition for his fantastic performance. He was part of the sitcom till 1984.
Personal Life
In 1978, Henry Winkler married to Stacy Weitzman. Both have two kids named Max Daniel and Zoe Emily. Winkler’s wife already married to Howard Weitzman and have a son named Jed Weitzman. His stepson is a famous scriptwriter and film and television director.
Henry works in many charitable organizations. He, along with his wife, cofound the Children’s Action Network. Moreover, he works for Handicapped in various organizations such as Toys for Tots campaign, Annual Cerebral Palsy Telethon, Epilepsy Foundation of America, and others.
Henry Winkler Net Worth
Henry Winkler Net worth is approximately $40 million. He got famous for his role as The Fonz in a sitcom “Happy Days.” All over his career, he made various appearances in TV and films.
Moreover, he did a voice-over in several movies such as “All I want for Christmas is You” and “Asterix and the Big Fight.” Additionally, he appeared in many Tv specials and also done many theater roles. He is also an author, which is his another source of his earning.
Facts About Henry Winkler
- On his birthday, he was cast Arthur in a television sitcom named “Happy Days.”
- Since 1980, the leather jacket that he wore a “The Fonz” hung in a museum.
- He worked in almost 30 TV commercials.
- If Winkler becomes unsuccessful in an acting career, he might become a child.
- Winkler is cousin of Richard Belzer.