Michael J. Fox has stood tall among his peers for decades as one of the most beloved stars in the business. That’s not just because he’s an award-winning comedic genius who can wring a sly laugh out of any line of dialogue, or a charismatic presence on screens small (Family Ties) and big (Back to the Future). The truth is, the doting father of four (and husband to his TV sweetheart, Tracy Pollan) is also a public health crusader, tirelessly fundraising and speaking on behalf of his namesake organization, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. There’s something bright and hopeful about watching a great personality evolve into an even better person. In The Story of Michael J. Fox, we look back at his most memorable roles and honor his noble life.
THE STORY OF MICHAEL J. FOX • UNFORGETTABLE PERFORMANCES
WHY WE LOVE MICHAEL J. FOX
THE THING THAT CLICKED • Fox didn’t always want to be an actor, but once he found his calling, he risked everything to pursue it
ALEX P. KEATON • Family Ties 1982–89
MARTY McFLY • Back to the Future 1985
SCOTT HOWARD • Teen Wolf 1985
JOE RASNICK • Light of Day 1987
BRANTLEY FOSTER / CARLTON WHITFIELD • The Secret of My Success 1987
JAMIE CONWAY • Bright Lights, Big City 1988
PFC MAX ERIKSSON • Casualties of War 1989
DR. BEN STONE • Doc Hollywood 1991
LEWIS ROTHSCHILD • The American President 1995
MIKE FLAHERTY • Spin City 1996–00
STUART LITTLE • Stuart Little 1999
DWIGHT • Rescue Me 2009
LOUIS CANNING • The Good Wife 2010–16
A SHOCKING DIAGNOSIS • With a stunning announcement, Fox put the focus on his personal life, using his platform as a public figure to great effect
WHAT IS PARKINSON’S DISEASE? • Understanding the symptoms and stages of this neurodegenerative disorder will shed light on how it impacts Fox’s present life and the wellbeing of many around the world
MAINTAINING OPTIMISM • Fox has worked hard to maintain a positive attitude about his life and career—making him an inspiration for many people regardless of the acting roles he has played
A FOUNDATION FOR THE FUTURE • Since its inception in 2000, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research has made it its mission to find a cure as quickly as possible while improving therapies for those living with the disease
The Story of Michael J. Fox
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