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Michael J. Fox is supported by his loving family and Back To The Future co-star Christopher Lloyd at the 13th annual Governors Awards in LA... as he receives special honor after retiring from acting in 2020 due to Parkinson's Disease
The talented star was honored at the 13th Annual Governors Awards with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award
Michael launched the Michael J. Fox Foundation in 2000, which has raised around $1.5 billion, to further fund research for Parkinson's Disease
The Back To The Future alum was diagnosed with the disorder in 1991, but didn't officially go public with the news until 1998
The actor was accompanied by his wife, Tracy Pollan, and their four children to the ceremony on Saturday evening
Michael's Back To The Future co-star, Christopher Lloyd, was also in attendance and additionally sent his support
Due to the effects of the disorder, Michael officially retired from acting two years earlier in 2020
Michael J. Fox was supported by his family along with Back To The Future co-star, Christopher Lloyd, as he gratefully accepted a high honor at the 13th Annual Governors Awards on Saturday in Los Angeles.
The now retired actor, 61, received the honorary Oscar known as the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award which is given to an individual, 'whose humanitarian efforts have brought credit to the industry.'
The Back To The Future alum was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 1991, and created the Michael J. Fox Foundation to help fund further research for the disorder in 2000.
Support: Michael J. Fox, 61, was accompanied by his wife, Tracy Pollan, and their four children at the 13th Annual Governors Awards in Los Angeles on Saturday
The Spin City star kept his look classic and sophisticated for the special night as an honoree.
He donned a black suit which he paired with a white dress shirt and black tie. The actor slipped into a pair of black sneakers to complete his overall ensemble.
The Emmy award-winner posed for an assortment of snaps next to his stunning wife, who was elegantly chic for the evening. The happy couple, who tied the knot in 1988, first met on set of the popular sitcom series, Family Ties.
Tracy opted for a form-fitting, long-sleeved black sequin gown that fell down towards the ground.
The actress accessorized her look with dangly, silver earrings along with thin, rhinestone necklace. Her hair was parted in the middle and swept up into a stylish up do, allowing curled locks to border the sides of her face.
interview published by People last month in October, Michael expressed that, 'My best life now is I enjoy my family so much.'
He further added that, 'Tracy and the kids are amazing. I know that sounds boring, it sounds like a fairy tale, but we've been married thirtysomething years, so we've got something figured out.'
Also in attendance at the ceremony to be by their father's side included his four children whom he shares with Tracy: Sam, 33, twins Aquinnah and Schulyer, both 27, and Esme, 21.
During the ceremony, Woody Harrelson presented the award to Michael, and they shared a brief embrace on the stage. The two stars are not only good friends, but have also worked together in the past on the film, Doc Hollywood (1991).
Although Michael has never been nominated for an Oscar, and has additionally retired from acting in 2020 due to his condition, his humanitarian work has not gone unnoticed from those in the motion picture industry.
According to Deadline, Academy President David Rubin stated, 'Michael J. Fox’s tireless advocacy of research on Parkinson’s disease alongside his boundless optimism exemplifies the impact of one person in changing the future for millions.'
The star was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 1991, at the age of 29-years-old. He didn't go public with the news of his diagnosis until later in 1998.
The disorder affects the central nervous system, with some common symptoms like tremors, impaired movement and speech changes, progressively worsening over time, according to Mayo Clinic.
In 2000, the star launched the Michael J. Fox Foundation to help fund more research into treatments and potential cures for the disorder. Currently, the organization has raised around $1.5 billion.
When recently talking to Entertainment Tonight about receiving the honorary Oscar for his humanitarian efforts, Tracy stated the honor was 'exciting' while Michael jokingly added, 'celebrating me is overrated
More: Michael J. Fox is supported by his loving family at Governors Awards
The talented star was honored at the 13th Annual Governors Awards with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award
Michael launched the Michael J. Fox Foundation in 2000, which has raised around $1.5 billion, to further fund research for Parkinson's Disease
The Back To The Future alum was diagnosed with the disorder in 1991, but didn't officially go public with the news until 1998
The actor was accompanied by his wife, Tracy Pollan, and their four children to the ceremony on Saturday evening
Michael's Back To The Future co-star, Christopher Lloyd, was also in attendance and additionally sent his support
Due to the effects of the disorder, Michael officially retired from acting two years earlier in 2020
Michael J. Fox was supported by his family along with Back To The Future co-star, Christopher Lloyd, as he gratefully accepted a high honor at the 13th Annual Governors Awards on Saturday in Los Angeles.
The now retired actor, 61, received the honorary Oscar known as the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award which is given to an individual, 'whose humanitarian efforts have brought credit to the industry.'
The Back To The Future alum was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 1991, and created the Michael J. Fox Foundation to help fund further research for the disorder in 2000.
Support: Michael J. Fox, 61, was accompanied by his wife, Tracy Pollan, and their four children at the 13th Annual Governors Awards in Los Angeles on Saturday
The Spin City star kept his look classic and sophisticated for the special night as an honoree.
He donned a black suit which he paired with a white dress shirt and black tie. The actor slipped into a pair of black sneakers to complete his overall ensemble.
The Emmy award-winner posed for an assortment of snaps next to his stunning wife, who was elegantly chic for the evening. The happy couple, who tied the knot in 1988, first met on set of the popular sitcom series, Family Ties.
Tracy opted for a form-fitting, long-sleeved black sequin gown that fell down towards the ground.
The actress accessorized her look with dangly, silver earrings along with thin, rhinestone necklace. Her hair was parted in the middle and swept up into a stylish up do, allowing curled locks to border the sides of her face.
interview published by People last month in October, Michael expressed that, 'My best life now is I enjoy my family so much.'
He further added that, 'Tracy and the kids are amazing. I know that sounds boring, it sounds like a fairy tale, but we've been married thirtysomething years, so we've got something figured out.'
Also in attendance at the ceremony to be by their father's side included his four children whom he shares with Tracy: Sam, 33, twins Aquinnah and Schulyer, both 27, and Esme, 21.
During the ceremony, Woody Harrelson presented the award to Michael, and they shared a brief embrace on the stage. The two stars are not only good friends, but have also worked together in the past on the film, Doc Hollywood (1991).
Although Michael has never been nominated for an Oscar, and has additionally retired from acting in 2020 due to his condition, his humanitarian work has not gone unnoticed from those in the motion picture industry.
According to Deadline, Academy President David Rubin stated, 'Michael J. Fox’s tireless advocacy of research on Parkinson’s disease alongside his boundless optimism exemplifies the impact of one person in changing the future for millions.'
The star was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 1991, at the age of 29-years-old. He didn't go public with the news of his diagnosis until later in 1998.
The disorder affects the central nervous system, with some common symptoms like tremors, impaired movement and speech changes, progressively worsening over time, according to Mayo Clinic.
In 2000, the star launched the Michael J. Fox Foundation to help fund more research into treatments and potential cures for the disorder. Currently, the organization has raised around $1.5 billion.
When recently talking to Entertainment Tonight about receiving the honorary Oscar for his humanitarian efforts, Tracy stated the honor was 'exciting' while Michael jokingly added, 'celebrating me is overrated
More: Michael J. Fox is supported by his loving family at Governors Awards