Henry Winkler American actor Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/biography/Henry-Winkler Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/biography/Henry-Winkler Also known as: Henry Franklin Winkler Written by Fred Frommer Fred Frommer is a sports historian, author, and writer who has written for a host of national publications. Fred Frommer Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Jul 23, 2024 • Article History Table of Contents Awards And Honors: Emmy Award (2018) Emmy Award (2005) Emmy Award (1985) Golden Globe Award (1978) Golden Globe Award (1977) (Show more) Notable Works: “Memories of Me” (Show more) In the 1970s Henry Winkler created one of the decade’s true pop culture sensations: Arthur Fonzarelli, better known as “Fonzie” or “the Fonz.” With his black leather jacket, blue jeans, and slicked-back “greaser” hairstyle, the eternally cool Fonzie was a breakout character on the massively popular sitcom Happy Days (1974–84). The role not only made Winkler a star but also typecast him and nearly derailed his acting career. In the early 21st century, however, Winkler found his way back to the spotlight as a respected character actor in such series as Arrested Development (2003–05, 2013, 2018–19), Parks and Recreation (2013–15), ...(100 of 1432 words)

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