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Being Henry
- The Fonz...and Beyond
- Narrated by: Henry Winkler
- Length: 9 hrs and 21 mins
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Summary
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.
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- Lola Lee
- 12-07-24
Honesty openness
Loved to hear about Henry in his spoken words and very much enamoured to hear Stacey and her presence her insights wonderful to know more about the man whose role as the fonze first captured my attention and which was a point of reference growing up in the l80s
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- Mr. S. A. Clarke
- 03-12-23
Wonderfully read
With most autobiography’s it’s clearly being read to you, often poorly, however, this is the first one where I felt the author was actually telling me these stories, from memory. It was a wonderful listen.
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- LauraLJ
- 17-10-24
Superb in every way. Heeeeyyyyy
Not many can narrate their autobiographies well. I’d expect nothing less from The Fonz. Absolutely superb- such a gentle man.
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- Simona
- 06-01-24
Such a lovely book
I really enjoyed listening to this beautifully written memoire. It's a happy and sad story at the same time but, the way Henry Winkler reads it makes it a very enjoyable experience.
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- Dr. Paul W. Miller
- 28-10-24
Great story of a life well lived.
This was a wonderful exploration of the life of an actor from my childhood. Wonderful.
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- Ian Garlick
- 04-09-24
Honest genuine story telling
Read with heart and humour, genuine guy. Great to hear about later works as well as the fondly remembered happy days. Very easy to listen to.
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- G. Struijker Boudier
- 10-03-24
Nuanced and personal insight in Henry
I loved listening to Henry Winkler. Like many I got to know him as the Fonz in the mid seventies. Ams always had a weakness for him. Having listened to him in many interviews, this book definitely added to what I knew.
He's honest about others but more importantly he's honest with himself. Which means that he will never describe a situation without considering his own part in it. Whether it's a professional situation or a private one.
He even takes it a step further by including his wife Stacey's view on him (you'll hear her talk).
It felt like having a wonderful heart to heart with a friend who shares the ups and downs in his life, his questions and answers, his hopes and fears.
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- Leslie Read
- 09-10-24
Great man Great book.
Mr Winkler shows amazing vulnerability and deep sensitivity in this book. He has gone through much and has grown more than most. Yet, he comes over as a very kind man. Like many I remember him as The Fonz, but he is so much more. Such a truly great man to overcome such problems and to care for others so deeply. May you see many more Happy Days Henry Winkler.
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- CS
- 21-12-23
Sounds like a genuinely nice guy!
Having always watched Happy Days I didn't really know anything more about Henry than we saw him as the Fonz and there is so much more to his story.
Thoroughly enjoyed reading about his life.
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- BADZI
- 25-11-23
BRILLIANT - Henry Winkler is better than The Fonz!
A Brilliant autobiography of Henry Winkler who turns out to be better than his most famous creation The Fonz!
A truly inspirational book, honest, moving, funny and inciteful.
Thank You so much Mr Winkler - something to treasure for all your millions of fans world wide.
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