It looks like Henry Winkler will be skipping Milwaukee, home of the Bronze Fonz, on upcoming tour for his new memoir

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Henry Winkler has announced a book tour for his upcoming memoir, "Being Henry: The Fonz ... and Beyond." And we just have one quick question.

How did Milwaukee — you know, the home of the Bronze Fonz — not make the cut?

And to add insult to injury, our neighbor to the south made the 15-city tour schedule not once, but twice. So no, we will not "sit on it."

Winkler played Arthur Fonzarelli in the set-in-Milwaukee sitcom "Happy Days." While the show may have run in the '70s and '80s, Fonzie remains a beloved Brew City icon.

Actor Henry Winkler, left, poses with his sons Max Winkler, second left, and Jed Weitzman as they stand with a bronze statue of the "Happy Days" character Arthur Fonzarelli, also known as "The Fonz," at an unveiling, Aug. 19, 2008, in Milwaukee. The program, which ran from 1974-1984, was based in Milwaukee.
Actor Henry Winkler, left, poses with his sons Max Winkler, second left, and Jed Weitzman as they stand with a bronze statue of the "Happy Days" character Arthur Fonzarelli, also known as "The Fonz," at an unveiling, Aug. 19, 2008, in Milwaukee. The program, which ran from 1974-1984, was based in Milwaukee.

Winkler's role as "the Fonz" is what launched him into prominence, the memoir's description on publisher Celadon Books' website says.

Since then, Winkler has become an Emmy-award winner, an author, comedian, producer and director. He's been on other uber-popular programs, including "Arrested Development," "Parks and Recreation" and HBO's dark comedy "Barry," which recently had its series finale.

Henry Winkler as Gene Cousineau on "Barry."
Henry Winkler as Gene Cousineau on "Barry."

Milwaukee is home to a life-size Bronze Fonz statue

In 2008, a life-size statue in the Fonz's honor was erected in Milwaukee, on the RiverWalk just south of Wells Street downtown. Visit Milwaukee had spearheaded an effort that raised $75,000 for the statue, and artist Gerald Sawyer brought it to life.

It arrived with a lot of fanfare, including a parade and celebs, including the king of cool himself, as well as fellow castmates Anson Williams (Potsie) and Erin Moran (Joanie). Penny Marshall and Cindy Williams, the stars of "Laverne & Shirley," a "Happy Days" spinoff, were also in attendance.

"It is a great honor," Winkler said in a previous Journal Sentinel interview. "You cannot be blase about that, no matter how much time goes by."

The landmark has since become one of the most "selfied" in the city. Just last year, there was a stir when the Bronze Fonz disappeared from the RiverWalk to undergo routine maintenance. About 40 people, including Mayor Cavalier Johnson, attended a ceremony marking the statue's return.

Milwaukee missing from book tour schedule

On Monday, Winkler tweeted: "I’m thrilled to announce my tour for my memoir, Being Henry! Am I coming to a city near you?"

Answer: No.

The closest Winkler will get to Wisconsin is Naperville, Ill., on Nov. 3 and Chicago on Nov. 4.

If it's not too late, may we suggest adding one more stop? Perhaps somewhere near the RiverWalk just south of Wells Street downtown.

A photo of Henry Winkler as Arthur Fonzarelli from the set-in-Milwaukee sitcom "Happy Days."
A photo of Henry Winkler as Arthur Fonzarelli from the set-in-Milwaukee sitcom "Happy Days."

During the tour, attendees will get to hear stories from Winkler's "legendary career — 50 years in Hollywood, creating some of America’s most beloved characters and stories," receive a copy of "Being Henry" and have an opportunity to meet Winkler after the event, according to Celadon Books' website.

The book, set to be released on Oct. 31, is "filled with profound heart, charm, and self-deprecating humor" and about "so much more than a life in Hollywood and the curse of stardom," the book's description says.

"It is a meaningful testament to the power of sharing truth and kindness and of finding fulfillment within yourself."

More info on the tour and tickets can be found at celadonbooks.com/news/henry-winkler-book-tour.

This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Henry Winkler skipping Milwaukee, home of Bronze Fonz, on book tour