Award-Winning Actor Henry Winkler to Speak at Tidewell

October 27, 2021 – Sarasota

Award-winning actor Henry Winkler will be the keynote speaker at the Tidewell Foundation’s 13th Annual Signature Luncheon, scheduled for Friday, Feb. 4, 2022 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota. A 1973 audition forever changed Henry Winkler’s life when he was cast in the iconic role of Arthur Fonzarelli, aka “The Fonz”, in the TV series “Happy Days.” Winkler has enjoyed over four decades of success in Hollywood and continues to be in demand as an actor, producer, director and author. He currently co-stars on the hit HBO comedy “Barry,” a role that has garnered him an Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

Winkler has received a number of accolades from a variety of prestigious organizations and honors due to his services to children, special education and the improvement of the human condition. Of all the titles he has received, the ones he relishes most are husband, father and grandfather. Through humorous anecdotes and inspirational life lessons about overcoming adversity to his storied career in television and entertainment, groups of all ages can learn from Winkler’s speeches.

“We’re honored to bring Henry to our community for our largest fundraiser to benefit Tidewell Hospice’s programs and services that serve more than 10,000 people each year, regardless of their ability to pay,” said Tidewell Foundation President Debbie Mason. “Henry’s personal experiences, which include helping to care for his mother after a debilitating stroke and supporting his wife through her battle with breast cancer, will undoubtedly move and inspire our guests.”

The 13th Annual Signature Luncheon is the Tidewell Foundation’s signature fundraising event to help fund charity care, grief support services, specialized veterans care, music therapy, telehealth and other programs that Tidewell Hospice provides to people across Charlotte, DeSoto, Manatee and Sarasota counties. 

Caldwell Trust Company has returned to serve as the Exclusive Signature Luncheon Sponsor of the 13th Annual Signature Luncheon. Additional sponsorship opportunities are available.

Tickets for the event will go on sale in December. For more information about the 13th Annual Tidewell Foundation Signature Luncheon, please visit tidewellfoundation.org.