Henry Winkler, the beloved actor known for his captivating roles and endearing personality, recently showcased his magic skills during a family gathering. This delightful display followed directly after he posted a similar enough photo of him finally meeting his daughter-in-law, Jessica Barden, married to Winkler’s son, Max. Winkler didn’t just play this interaction well—this was the interaction that made it a notable first impression.
Stacey Weitzman, Winkler’s wife of over 40 years, hosts a podcast that features various guests, including their daughter, Zoe Winkler. What’s more, the podcast frequently digs into the personal narrative and high-level policy interplay of family life to create a space for compelling dialogue and discoveries. Barden, who was born in 1992 in England, recounted her introduction to Winkler during an episode, sharing her perceptions of the iconic actor.
“I was born in 1992 in England, I hadn’t seen it,” Barden stated, referring to Winkler’s extensive career in television and film. She continued, “I knew Henry from films like Water Boy and Click, just like every other millennial on the planet! This funny admission is both a nod to the generational divide between the pair but highlights Winkler’s massive, cross-generational appeal.
Henry Winkler was born in 1945 in New York City and has made an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. He’d first encountered future wife Stacey Weitzman on the Boulevard in 1976 at Jerry Magnin’s clothing store in Beverly Hills. What began with their first ride together blossomed into a lifelong connection when they wed two years later. Together, they have three children: Zoe, Max, and Jed.
Winkler loves magic with an infectious fervor, and that enthusiasm comes across right from the start in Winkler’s electrifying performances. Click, where he was able to dazzle audiences with amazing coin tricks. He put his passion for magic on full display again in April 2022. Such was the case when he recently stopped by The Kelly Clarkson Show. During that historic visit, he wowed crowds by making a quarter disappear.
One of the very first times I met Henry, he blew my mind as a magician, performing a trick out of Click,” said Stacey Weitzman. She concluded by Winkler’s endearing ritual of astounding new friends with his dextrous skill. Winkler himself jokingly stated, “I have a Masters in Magicology…I do magic. It’s in my fingertips.”