Henry Winkler signs copies of his books at WHSmith
Kaite with Henry Winkler, who played the Fonz in “Happy Days”.
TV legend Henry Winkler was at WHSmith in the Arndale today, Sunday 6 July. Many came to see him and he delighted children with his coin trick. He breaks a 25cent coin in his mouth and then it comes back as a full coin again. Henry was there for a couple of hours signing copies of his children’s book series about a boy called Hank Zipzer, ‘the worlds greatest underachiever’.
It started off a bit frustrating at first. First the Arndale security would not let us interview those that met him. Then the mic lead I borrowed from ALL FM crackled and popped. So, we decided to do the interview even if the mic lead wasn’t working. I know.. but what where we suppose to do? I wish I had my own equipment.
Finally, the mic lead worked and Kaite interviewed Henry for The Hulme Tune on Thursday 10 July. Kaite sat next to him and asked him about his dislexia and how much of the books’ character, Hank Zipzer, was based on himself. Henry talked about how much the books has been selling and what was special about 19th August 2008.
Afterwards, Henry gave her a kiss on the cheek and signed a copy of one of the books. Kaite was thrilled to have met him and couldn’t wait to tell all her family and friends across the world. WHSmith also took pictures, as well.
Tomorrow he’s off to a Stockport school to see the children. You can tell he really loves children. Henry is a real down-to-earth nice guy and WHSmith were hospitable, too - we appreciate that - thank you guys.
You can hear the interview on ALL FM on this Thursday’s show!