He Was Called ‘Dumb’ Because He Couldn’t Read Until Age 31 Yet He Became Famous And Loved By Millions

“Lin and I believe humor is the doorway that opens kids up to reading,” Winkler explained. “And I want every child to know this: struggling to read has nothing to do with how smart you are or how vivid your imagination can be.”

Henry Winkler in an interview talking about dyslexia with Tom Power, Photo Credit: Q with Tom Power/Youtube

Now in his late 70s, the Emmy-winning actor and author continues to use his platform to encourage kids who feel left behind in classrooms—reminding them that learning differently doesn’t mean learning less.

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