‘The Fonz’ Star Henry Winkler Becomes Pro-football Fan Mid-Interview; Calls Patrick Mahomes His Hero

It is not surprising to see a television celebrity become a pro-football fanatic and talk about various athletes. Various franchises have many celebrity-level fans who occasionally come for the team. But Henry Winkler had a precious moment. The Fonz turns into a football fan and recognizes Patrick Mahomes in mid-interview.

Since Patrick Mahomes took charge, the Kansas City Chiefs have been on a roll. The Grim Reaper led the franchise to a Super Bowl, and there are more competitive years down the road. Mahomes and the Chiefs have garnered celebrity followership. Actors Paul Rudd, Henry Cavill, Brad Pitt, and WWE Wrestler Happy Corbin are, to name a few. Add “The Fonz” to the list as well.

Patrick Mahomes gets an adorable ‘Fanboy’ moment

At the beginning of his discussion on “The Rich Eisen Show” on Friday, actor Henry Winkler discussed being cast in HBO’s “Barry” and created a plug for the Season 3 finale. He plays the persona of Gene Cousineau. Rich Eisen explains how challenging it could be to characterize “Barry” to those who didn’t see it when Winkler posed a question. “Have you met Patrick Mahomes?”

Eisen validated meeting Patrick Mahomes. Winkler then continues: “He’s one of my heroes. I root for that team even though I’ve never lived there. I think he is just phenomenal to watch.”

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Winkler let out an intake of breath before bubbling about Mahomes. He mentions, “I think that his ability is such a cut above. He is so passionate in the way he plays. He is so improvisorial in the way he plays. He is so sure. I just think it is instinctually great, actually.”

Henry Winkler congratulates Aaron Donald

Furthermore, in the video, Winkler asks Eisen if Rams’ DT, Aaron Donald, came into a negotiation with the franchise or not? Eisen tells him that he made a deal, and the actor becomes very excited and congratulates him on the achievement. Fonzi had the idea of him going home after winning the Super Bowl, which kept his future in limbo.

As of now, Aaron Donald has three more years in his contract. Although, the Rams will now give him a $40 Million dollars raise. In reality, Donald will earn $100 million within the next three years. Donald’s salary is comparable to that of the most recent veteran quarterback to sign a contract extension. Money may have swayed his decision, but his trustworthiness is deserving of everything.

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