Bryce Dallas Howard praises Henry Winkler as godparent

Bryce Dallas Howard spoke fondly about her godparents, Henry Winkler and his wife, Stacey, in a recent podcast episode. She joined her father, Ron Howard, and Henry Winkler on Zoe Winkler's show, discussing their families' long friendship. Ron Howard and Henry Winkler became friends while acting together on the classic show "Happy Days" in the 1970s. The friendship led Ron and Cheryl Howard to choose Henry and Stacey as Bryce's godparents. Bryce, 44, expressed gratitude for their support, saying they embody everything wonderful her parents have and don’t have. She humorously mentioned the fun perks of having them as godparents, like candy and cool style. During the podcast, Henry shared a memory of giving Bryce advice when she was trying to impress her now-husband, Seth Gabel. He encouraged her by highlighting her beauty and talent. Bryce admitted she felt anxious but eventually won Seth over. Bryce's parents raised her and her siblings in Connecticut, aiming to shield them from the entertainment industry. However, Bryce felt drawn to acting and cherished her connections with the Winklers and her grandparents in Los Angeles. The conversation touched on family connections, with Bryce noting her bond with the Winklers made her feel safe in Hollywood. Zoe Winkler even prompted a light-hearted discussion about not having a godfather, to which Henry jokingly responded. Bryce concluded by reflecting on the close ties between their families, sharing the love and connection they all share.