At 79 years young, Henry Winkler has mastered the art of grandparenting with the same charm he brought to his iconic “Happy Days” role. The beloved actor, who celebrates his birthday on October 30, 2024, proudly shares his life with six (soon to be seven) grandchildren who keep him young at heart.
Married to Stacey Weitzman since 1978, Winkler has built a beautiful family that includes three children and now a growing brood of grandkids. “Being a grandparent is completely different than parenting,” Winkler reveals with a twinkle in his eye. “Each grandchild is unique, and you have to approach them all differently.”
The Winkler household runs on love – and a few simple rules. “No yelling when the baby’s asleep,” shares the proud grandfather. “And everyone clears their own plate – no exceptions, whether they’re 7 or 14.” These gentle guidelines help maintain harmony during lively family gatherings.
Photos reveal the special bond between Winkler and his grandchildren: freckle-faced redheads posing with their mom and grandma, toddler Francis Joan splashing in a kiddie pool, and the whole crew creating TikTok dance videos together. The actor particularly enjoys musical moments with his youngest granddaughter, composing silly fruit-themed songs they sing during FaceTime calls.
From museum outings to backyard playtime, every moment is treasured. “They’re my greatest joy,” Winkler says of his grandchildren, proving that while he may be famous for playing The Fonz, his most rewarding role is simply being “Grandpa.”
