Winkler’s parents called him “dumb” and even a “Dummo Hund,” which means “dumb dog,” because they didn’t know he had dyslexia. This harsh feedback changed Winkler’s sense of self and how she was raised in a big way. He never gave up on his dreams, even though things were hard.
When Winkler got into the elite Yale School of Drama, it was a big deal. His ability shone during a made-up Shakespearean monologue, which led to his big break. People loved Winkler’s personality and charm as Fonzie, but not many people knew about the problems he had to deal with behind the scenes.
