Being Henry
The Fonz . . . and Beyond, A Deeply Personal Memoir
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Henry Winkler
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Henry Winkler
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Charmingly and joyfully read by the author, Henry Winkler.
The instant New York Times bestseller.
Winner of 'Humour' – Goodreads Choice Awards, Best Books of 2023.
Henry Winkler, launched into prominence by his role as 'The Fonz' in the beloved Happy Days, has transcended the role that made him who he is.
Brilliant, funny, and widely-regarded as the nicest man in Hollywood (though he would be the first to tell you that it’s simply not the case, he’s really just grateful to be here), Henry shares in this achingly vulnerable memoir the disheartening truth of his childhood, the difficulties of a life with severe dyslexia, the pressures of a role that takes on a life of its own, and the path forward once your wildest dream seems behind you.
Since the glorious era of Happy Days fame, Henry has endeared himself to a new generation with roles in such adored shows as Arrested Development, Parks and Recreation, and Barry, where he’s revealed himself as an actor with immense depth and pathos, a departure from the period of his life when he was so distinctly typecast as 'The Fonz', he could hardly find work.
Filled with profound heart, charm, and self-deprecating humor, Being Henry is a memoir about so much more than a life in Hollywood and the curse of stardom. It is a meaningful testament to the power of sharing truth and kindness and of finding fulfillment within yourself.
Critic reviews
Wonderfully read
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Horrific childhood. Cold and lonely, via distant and emotionally cold parents. Funny how somebody longing to hang out with the 'cool kids' ended up being the epitome of cool.
Then he meets his wonderful wife and has a solid marriage, kids and grandkids. I'm so glad that side of life worked out for him as it seems to fail in many Hollywood relationships.
I can't wait to see 'Barry'. The dark comedy he won his Emmy for. I'm starting it tomorrow.
The book is full of integrity, passion, and seminal 'life lessons'. I finished this wonderful book much happier than when I started it.
Thanks Henry.
Such warmth from Mr Cool.
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An honest, funny, entertaining and heartfelt listen by a true icon
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It was very educational learning about his struggles with dyslexia and the despair it brought him in his early years which makes this an invaluable listen to anyone who has or knows people with the condition.
I didn't give the book the full 5 marks and I think it rambled a little in places and I think some of his most commercially successful films, such as Waterboy might have deserved a bit more air time.
However, during my time with the book I have watched various things that he starred in and am now off to read a Hank Zipster book!
(Quick suggestion for the producers of these books, why not have links with the ebooks which shows the photographs which I expect were in the hard copy of the autobiography?)
Great guy
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An enjoyable listen about a lovely man
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