Winkler Fired After 13 Days on Set | Durham News

Henry Winkler, the legendary Fonz, reveals the shocking story of how he was fired after just 13 days directing Tom Hanks’ Turner & Hooch—a move that left him heartbroken and confused. Despite his prep, bonding with the dog actor, and even a fan moment where he introduced Hanks as “the Fonz,” Winkler felt sidelined by Hanks and co-star Mare Winningham, suspecting jealousy over his enduring fame. With Hanks never addressing the fallout, it’s Winkler’s raw, emotional account that dominates—highlighting how even icons face professional stumbles, and how some wounds linger… until maybe, just maybe, they heal. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4e86a14c7e0beae1