Henry Winkler

A ways back, we’d heard that the ever-clever MacGyver had reinvented himself with a new CBS series under Furious 7 helmer James Wan, returning to that faithful well of a young origin story. That dream is today reality for he Eye, as CBS grants an official pilot order to a new generation of MacGyver, with sexy results.

Earlier today we heard the news that 'Parks and Recreation' guest actor Lucy Lawless would return for the upcoming season 6 premiere, but the series may have a much bigger spot to fill that originally thought. New reports making the round suggest that series regulars Rob Lowe (Chris Traeger) and Rashida Jones (Ann Perkins) will depart the series.

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Henry Winkler Age: 66 Occupation: Actor, Director, and Producer Known For: His iconic portrayal of Fonzie on the 1970s sitcom ‘Happy Days,’ producing television shows including ‘MacGyver,’ directing films such as ‘Memories of Me,’ and appearing in films such as ‘Scream,’ ‘The Waterboy,’ and ‘Little Nicky’

Sometimes you think you know everything about a celebrity. And then you find out you don't. Case in point: Henry Winkler, who received an honorary knighthood earlier this week from Great Britain .