Henry Winkler and Wife Stacey’s Love Story Started Over Soda—See Their Life Now
The Fonz found his forever love in 1976—and they’ve been together ever since
Key Takeaways
- Henry Winkler met his wife Stacey in 1976 and they got married in 1978.
- The couple had three children over the years and five grandchildren.
- The couple revealed they've lasted this long thanks to sticking together through tough times.
Henry Winkler has shined brightly in series like Happy Days as Fonzie and Barry as Gene, but he wouldn’t be where he is today without the endless love and support of his wife, Stacey Weitzman. The duo tied the knot back in 1978, but it was a few years prior in 1976 that they first crossed paths. Weitzman, who had a career in PR at the time, was working with a store called Jerry Magnin’s when Winkler walked in, immediately taken by her fiery red hair and effortless charm. A week later, he made his way back to the store and asked if she’d like to get a soda with him—and the rest is history. Here, read all about Henry Winkler, his wife Stacey and the beautiful life and family they’ve built together.
Henry Winkler and his wife got married in 1978
Two years after meeting, Winkler and Weitzman made things official when they got married, and they’ve been happily together ever since. From major career milestones to growing their family and enjoying their most recent chapter as grandparents, their bond and mutual respect for one another has allowed them to create a life worth dreaming about. As is the case in any marriage, things aren’t always perfect, but being able to face challenges head on and grow from them is what has kept this duo strong.
“It does take work. There are glitches in the road, and you get a little off kilter, but if you have the ability and the stick-to-itiveness based on love, then your friendship and your relationship only gets better,” Stacey revealed in conversation with People.
Winkler has even shared that his wife plays a role in his career as well! The 80-year-old actor has penned several bodies of work including children’s stories like the Detective Duck series, the Hank Zipzer series and his memoir, Being Henry: The Fonz…and Beyond. While fans have loved getting to read his words on the page, his wife has touched his work in her own way. “She’s an incredible woman,” he said about Stacey during an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show. “She’s also my secret weapon because she is my editor at home.”
Henry Winkler and Stacey Weitzman’s kids
Henry Winkler and his wife have three children. Jed, now 52, was Stacey’s child from a previous relationship who Henry met when he was around 4 years old. Zoe, 44, was born in 1980, and youngest Max, 41, came along in 1983. Their kids have welcomed children of their own, and Henry and Stacey have loved every moment of grandparent life as they spend time with their five grandkids.
Henry Winkler and his wife Stacey’s 46-year journey together shows us that lasting love is built on patience, partnership and never giving up on each other. Whether you’re newlyweds or celebrating decades together, their story reminds us all that the greatest adventure is finding someone who makes every day brighter—and holding on tight for the beautiful ride ahead
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