Henry Winkler (aka The Fonz) comes across as genuine, wholesome, and likable in this memoir. It fits well with what I’ve read and heard about Winkler through the years. Highly recommend whether you grew up loving the television show Happy Days or are too young to remember it. Narrated beautifully by Winkler in that recognizable voice of his. Thank you to Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for an advance copy of the audio in exchange for an honest review.

Iconic and lovable. Henry Winkler is one of those actors that I will always admire. He has spent his life working through personal struggles to build success in his own way. This book embodies that. At times a little disjointed, but overall, very entertaining and encouraging!

The audiobook read by the author is probably the best way to read this book. There is nothing like hearing the Fonz come through your headphones! He is also understood at faster speeds.

Thank you NetGalley, Macmillan Audio, and author Henry Winkler for the ALC in exchange for my honest review.

*NetGalley review*

I love memoirs and getting to hear about people's lives more in depth. I loved Henry Winkler's charm and storytelling. The book seemed to fly by listening to him talk about it. However, sometimes it was a bit too all over the place. It didn't seem to flow in a linear fashion and jumping from different years and stories was a bit confusing. I did enjoy learning more about him and hearing where he stands on values. I knew I liked him as a person for a reason! Thank you to Macmillan Audio, NetGalley, and Henry Winkler for the opportunity to listen to this one in exchange for an honest review.

I always enjoyed watching Henry Winkler act but now after listening to his story I feel like he is a friend I could share a cup of coffee with at the kitchen table. Fans of his work as well as fans of celebrity biographies will enjoy this book!

Who else remembers what a happy day it was when Happy Days was on? I loved spending time with the Cunninghams and the Fonz. So getting to read and listen to this one was extra special.

From his upbringing and struggles reading to his big break and fame, I loved listening to Fonzie read this to me. Well I was half way through when I started the audiobook so I had the best of both worlds.

While he sounded more like Eddie from Growing Pains, he will always be that cool guy with the leather jacket.

I loved reading about his family and writing career. I never knew he wrote children’s books. What a great legacy to leave.

He comes across as the guy everyone wants to be friends with. And I loved that his wife had a little snippets in there too and read them herself in the audiobook.

Well rounded with a little bit of all of his life. I definitely give this two thumbs up. 👍👍

I really loved getting to know Henry Winkler through his memoir, Being Henry. I have great memories of imitating the Fonz with my older brother. I had no idea that the man who portrayed him was such a deep and charismatic man. Henry definitely shares his vulnerable side as he shares his life long struggle with poor self-image. I definitely recommend picking this one up!

I always love a memoir that is narrated by the author. So many great memories of Henry Winkler. Thank you for this wonderful audiobook!

Being Henry: The Fonz... and Beyond was a great read by Henry Winkler. Henry Winkler became a well known actor with his role as 'The Fonz" in Happy Days. He's not only brilliant and funny, but is also known as the nicest man in Hollywood. This book talks about his childhood, the difficulties with living with severe dyslexia, and trying to reach your dreams. I enjoyed reading this book and can't wait to read more by the author.

What a joy to listen to his book in his own, distinct voice. But a lot of this book made me sad. He never seemed like he was happy, even up until now. Even with all his fame, he wasn’t happy being type-cast, he was ever striving for more, but not in a productive way. He spent so much time comparing himself to others. When he got Fonzie, he compared himself to his theater actors who he trained with. When he was no longer Fonzie, he compared himself to other bigger actors in his field. It actually answered some of my questions about how non A-lister actor feel about A-lister actors. But the saddest part is that so much of this he blames on his parents. Maybe it is their fault, but he’s in his 70s (?) now and still blaming them for his issues. He doesn’t sound like he has forgiven them at all. And that is sad. Especially for a guy that comes across so happy on the outside. M favorite part was how he supported his fellow actors on Happy Days. He refused to let the studio pit him against Ron Howard. They truly loved each other. And I think that’s probably pretty rare in the field. Overall, good book—not great—though I could have done with less about his dogs!

What is not to love about Henry Winkler? From childhood hero to overall really great guy, his story shows hoe he is so much more than just a TV star. I listened to the audiobook and highly recommend that you do as well. Delightful, entertaining, and inspiring.

This was such a sweet and endearing audiobook. All memoirs should be read by their author, especially if they’re as warm and friendly as Henry Winckler.

I appreciated Winckler’s candor when detailing his career, even calling out his lack of humility at certain points of his success.

Including brief moments of narration by Winckler’s wife was a huge win for me as a reader.

Thanks to Macmillan Audio for the ALC.

Five big fat stars!
I have always been a fan!
So I was so very glad to be approved for this absolutely delightful book!
If it's possible to now be an even bigger fan as I was before, here I am!

Henry Winkler will always be The Fonz; however, he is just Henry. I love how he was so down to Earth in this book. Hearing him read the book was delightful. His warm, smooth voice made his words gently glide off the page. It broke my heart to hear of his mistreatment by his parents because of his undiagnosed dyslexia. His ability to overcome and work hard to make his dream come true is a testament to who he is today, not only as an actor but as a person.

In 2014, Henry Winkler was speaking at the Texas Library Association Conference. I was very sick at the time and therefore not able to attend. I was devasted. A few years later, I was thrilled to meet him in person and get my picture taken with him. I told him I did not get to see him when he spoke at the Texas Library Association Conference because I had been so sick. He took me by the shoulder, turned me around from the crowd, and said, "That's why I'm here...to see you." We turned around for my husband to take our picture together and both had the biggest smiles, we had a little secret, well, now not so much a secret. (Sorry Henry.) I know he was not there just for me, but in that moment, he made me feel as if I was the most important person in the world for him to meet. He did not have to take time to stop, talk, and take a picture. He could have just had me stand behind him while he signed his book as most authors do at signings. The little extra he gave made a world of difference and created a special memory. I have the picture of the two of us in my hallway now and pass it numerous times every day reminding me of the time I created a secret with Henry.

REVIEW: Being Henry The Fonz . . . and Beyond ⭐⭐⭐⭐

“It’s so funny about time - you get into these nice little grooves with people you love and think it’ll go on forever. But time goes so fast, and nothing goes on forever.”
― Henry Winkler, Being Henry: The Fonz . . . and Beyond

I was very excited when I saw that Henry Winkler was releasing a book. I enjoyed watching him as the Fonz on Happy Days, of course, but I also loved seeing him in so many other places, like Waterboy and Parks and Rec, to name a few.

First of all, Henry Winkler is such a great storyteller. He explained his different stories well, making it feel like you were talking with a friend. He also narrated the audiobook, making it feel even more personal. Henry shared many elements of his life, including positive and darker stories. He rarely shied away from anything. Learning about his childhood and how he got on Happy Days was fascinating. He went further in his other acting jobs and life with his wife and kids. You can tell Henry really wanted to reflect on his life and some of his choices; he seemed to learn so much looking back.

One thing I struggled with was the organization of the book. Although much of it was in chronological order, there were many times when the order would jump back and forth. Sometimes, it is hard to follow his life when it moves around.

Overall, I really enjoyed the Being Henry audiobook, especially with Henry Winkler’s narration. The book felt like catching up with an old friend, which I absolutely loved.

Thank you to Macmillan Audio, Netgalley, and Henry Winkler for a free advanced copy for my honest review!

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Before reading this book Henry Winkler was a face you occasionally saw on that show or in that movie. He was that "Fonzie" fellow. After listening to his book, hearing his story, hearing his struggles, he became a person. He became an average, yet extraordinary individual. This book will touch your heart and make you tear up. It is personal and authentic not just to Henry but to people in hollywood, being more than their roles.

I've always been a huge Henry Winkler fan. Being a child of the 1970's meant that I regularly tuned in the show Happy Days with my parents. The Fonz made being kind and doing the right thing cool. I always wondered what the actor Henry Winkler, the man behind the character was truly like. By getting the chance to read "Being Henry" by Henry Winkler I wonder no more. Of course the Audiobook is the way to go with this book as it's narrated by the man himself. I loved listening to him tell the story of his life, professional and personal in a mostly chronological order. It was fun to peek behind the curtain with a few Hollywood stories sprinkled throughout the book.


Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the Audio ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Rating: 4 stars

Who doesn't love Henry? I had to read this. Henry is so humble and appreciative of life. His story is very interesting and I love memoirs for the sheer fact that no one's life is easy and for this gentle man to go through his trials and end up ... well where I want to hug him for staying true to who he is. Sigh.

Henry writes about his life and life as an actor. He also talks about friendships in the industry, as well as family relationships. It was a quick read.

**This review is specifically for the audiobook**

I appreciated the style of Henry’s book. The book isn’t a chronological retelling of his story. However, the pieces come together in a mosaic of sorts—you feel as if he is sitting with you and chatting over pancakes and cream (you’ll get the reference in the book). I was pleased the editor didn’t push for the story to be more traditionally written—chronologically or otherwise.

The humanity of Henry’s inner healing is a powerful reminder that life is precious and we all deserve to live to our fullest potential. It’s even more touching since Henry began therapy late in life and is able to fully appreciate peace more now than ever before.

Henry does a fantastic job narrating his book and I loved that his wife also narrates from her perspective. I was completely engaged the entire time.

Love Henry! Thank you Net Galley I learned more about the Fonze and was pleasantly surprised by him.