A self-absorbed acting teacher whose class Barry accidentally joins. He becomes Barry's mentor and a father-like figure, while also getting involved with Detective Janice Moss during the murder investigation.
A suave mechanic and greaser who becomes Richie's best friend and the family's garage tenant. Initially a secondary character, his popularity grew rapidly, making him the show's central figure by later seasons and earning him sole top billing. His leather jacket was later acquired by the Smithsonian.
Family member of a main character
Strict head of the Scare Floor resistant to change and valuing traditional scaring methods
High school principal killed during the original spree.
Mayor Kibner is the mayor of Normal, who offers Ulysses the opportunity to become the town’s permanent sheriff. When the bank robbery exposes the town’s criminal conspiracy, he is among the residents caught up in the violent confrontations on Main Street and is killed during the events.
Ted is Michael's aging father, whom Michael neglects while pursuing professional success. Michael later learns that Ted died in 2021 and reviews their final interaction, in which he coldly refused to spend time together. Ted's death becomes one of Michael's deepest sources of guilt and regret.
The ambitious but initially defeated coach of the SCLSU Mud Dogs who recruits Bobby to turn the team around. He confesses to forging Bobby's transcript for revenge against a rival, helps Bobby pass a GED, and develops new strategies to lead his team to victory.
Failing high school music teacher whose program faces closure due to budget cuts. He partners with Scott to raise funds and actively participates in training and motivational support.
Former stockbroker turned morgue attendant who uses his financial skills to start a prostitution business with Bill. He struggles with passivity and fear but ultimately finds the courage to profess his love to Belinda and reconciles with Bill.
The CEO of Federated Airlines who questions the superiority of the robot Sally over human flight attendants during the initial board meeting.
Grandpa Bill is Mariah’s grandfather and a mischievous member of her family. Frustrated by a neighbor’s elaborate Christmas decorations, he repeatedly sabotages the display, falls from the roof while fixing lights, and later creates an extremely bright display of his own.
Henry Winkler has 198 screen credits in a career dating back to 1949. Their work spans 6 cinematic universes — most prominently LEGO: Hero Factory - Saga with 3 titles. Signature works include Barry, Happy Days, Childrens Hospital. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 6 universes
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