Michael J. Fox, famed for roles like “Back to the Future,” cherishes his role as a father over his acting achievements. With wife Tracy Pollan, they have four children, which sometimes feels like five, as Fox humorously mentions. He stresses the importance of being present for his kids, sharing, “If you say, ‘Give me five minutes, give me 10 minutes,’ it’ll be 15, it’ll be 20.” His openness about his Parkinson’s diagnosis since 1998 sheds light on his family’s resilience and empathy.
His eldest, Sam Michael Fox, shares his father’s humor and career in the entertainment industry. Twin daughters, Aquinnah and Schuyler, lead more private lives, excelling in their respective fields. Esmé Annabelle Fox, the youngest, is currently in college, favoring privacy like her sisters.
Despite personal challenges, including the loss of his mother and battling Parkinson’s, Fox remains committed to his family and fundraising efforts for Parkinson’s research, raising over $2 billion. His journey exemplifies resilience, empathy, and the power of family bonds.