Henry Winkler is an actor, director, producer, writer and now... a royal? Well, not exactly, but the iconic Happy Days star has been recognized by Queen Elizabeth II with a royal title that adds some exclusive letters to his name: OBE.
The 65-year-old activist is now officially an Honorary Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE). Sir Nigel Sheinwald, the British Ambassador to the United States, presented Winkler with the award at a ceremony held Sept. 14 in Washington, D.C., E! News reports.
The Queen bestowed the award and accompanying title upon Winkler in recognition for his ongoing charitable work on behalf of children with disabilities. Winkler, who was diagnosed with dyslexia at age 31, has dedicated himself to the cause, even writing a series of children's books about Hank Zipper, an elementary schooler with dyslexia.
"Improving the lives of children is one of the highest acts of good one can pursue, and Mr. Winkler has certainly done that," Ambassador Sheinweld said during the ceremony. "Through him, thousands of young people have seen a role model and an inspiration for overcoming their learning difficulties. Henry Winkler is living proof that difficulties can be overcome and that for those suffering challenges and self-doubt, happy days can nevertheless lie ahead."
Now here's a scenario deserving of Fonz's trademark "Whoa"!
Source: http://www.ivillage.com/queen-bestows-royal-title-upon-fonz/1-a-382793
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