Michael J. Fox receives Bob Hope Humanitarian Award and delivers moving Emmy speech

During the Emmys, Michael J. Fox was presented with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award, recognizing his impact on Parkinson’s disease research and public awareness. Introduced by Julianna Margulies, Fox spoke about learning from Bob Hope’s dedication to helping others and how his own diagnosis in his late twenties shaped his mission. He expressed gratitude to the Television Academy, his wife, family, and the broader patient community for their support, emphasizing that accepting Parkinson’s does not mean surrendering to it.

One outlet highlighted the achievements of the Michael J. Fox Foundation, noting its role in funding top scientific work and moving toward a cure. He also referenced his recent guest-actor nomination for “Shrinking,” while noting Rob Reiner received the posthumous trophy. The honor continues a tradition that began with Oprah Winfrey in 2002 and most recently went to Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen.