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entertainment24 days ago•6 min saved

Emmys 2026: Michael J. Fox’s heartfelt moment and a night of star-studded cameos

The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards in LA featured Mariska Hargitay as host, surprise cameos (Jalen Brunson and Taylor Swift in SVU parody), playful feuds (Kidman’s mic moment), and major tributes, notably Michael J. Fox accepting the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award for Parkinson’s advocacy, plus emotional nods to Catherine O’Hara, Dolly Parton, and Rob Reiner in the In Memoriam segment. The night mixed celebration of TV’s biggest shows with reflections on industry issues like AI and studio mergers, delivering a standout array of memorable moments.

via USA Today|

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entertainment25 days ago•18 min saved

Michael J. Fox Feted at 2026 Emmys for Parkinson’s Advocacy

Michael J. Fox was honored with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards, receiving a standing ovation as he spoke about his Parkinson’s diagnosis and the ongoing fight to find a cure, while highlighting his foundation and thanking supporters; he attended with wife Tracy Pollan, in their first Emmy appearance together in 13 years.

via Page Six|

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entertainment25 days ago•25 min saved

Emmys 2026 Review: A Disjointed Night With Bright Moments

THR critic Daniel Fienberg calls the 2026 Primetime Emmys ungainly and ill-flowing, faulting NBC’s split-night structure that front-loaded awards and speeches and then pushed long tributes, with Mariska Hargitay delivering a forgettable host turn while Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson riffed excessively; though the Michael J. Fox tribute and several winners provided bright spots, the night overall lacked a cohesive emotional arc.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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entertainment25 days ago•3 min saved

Fox’s Emmys Speech Highlights Hope, Parkinson’s Advocacy, and a Purpose-Driven Career

Michael J. Fox accepted the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at the Emmys, reflecting on Bob Hope’s legacy, discussing his Parkinson’s diagnosis and advocacy journey, and praising the Michael J. Fox Foundation—which has financed more than $3 billion in research—to show that hope and action can overcome obstacles.

via USA Today|

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entertainment25 days ago•16 min saved

Michael J. Fox’s Emmys Moment Highlights Parkinson’s Fight and Philanthropy

Michael J. Fox received the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at the Emmys and delivered an emotionally charged speech about his Parkinson’s diagnosis, the work of the Michael J. Fox Foundation, and the importance of funding top science; he credited Bob Hope’s example, thanked his wife and supporters, and stressed that accepting Parkinson’s didn’t mean surrendering to it.

via Variety|

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entertainment25 days ago•19 min saved

Fox’s Emmys Moment Opens Night as The Pitt and Widow’s Bay Corner Top Honors

Michael J. Fox received the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award in a moving wheelchair entrance, prompting a standing ovation at the 2026 Emmys. The Pitt won Outstanding Drama Series and Widow’s Bay took Outstanding Comedy Series, with Mariska Hargitay hosting and a Dolly Parton tribute led by Sally Field and Reba McEntire highlighting the night.

via Page Six|

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entertainment25 days ago•31 min saved

Emmys 2026: Fox’s humanitarian win, O’Hara remembered, and a night of history-making wins

At the 2026 Emmys, Catherine O’Hara was remembered in memoriam after her death earlier in the year; Michael J. Fox received the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award; Mariska Hargitay hosted a star-studded night that included Matthew Rhys making Emmys history by winning two lead acting trophies in one evening, with wins for Jean Smart, Rhea Seehorn and Kate O’Flynn, and Dolly Parton saluted in a tribute led by Sally Field; The Traitors won a third consecutive reality Emmy, while the red carpet showcased fashion and cameos.

via USA Today|

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science29 days ago•113 min saved

Sleep Regulation, Hemophilia Therapy, and Parkinson’s Advocacy Take Center Stage at 2026 Lasker Awards

The 2026 Lasker Awards honor sleep-regulation breakthroughs by Emmanuel Mignot and Masashi Yanagisawa (orexins and wakefulness), a pioneering hemophilia A therapy by Kunihiro Hattori, Takehisa Kitazawa, and Tomoyuki Igawa (emicizumab, Hemlibra), and Michael J. Fox’s Parkinson’s advocacy via the Public Service Award; each prize is $250,000 and the honors will be bestowed in New York City on Sept. 17.

via Live Science|

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health-and-science2 months ago•4 min saved

From screen star to Parkinson's crusade: Michael J. Fox's mission to cure

Michael J. Fox says his Parkinson's diagnosis at age 29 reshaped his life, steering him from acting toward funding research and advocating for patients. His foundation has funded about $3 billion in Parkinson's research since 2000 and helped advance breakthroughs like a crucial spinal fluid test. Fox and foundation CEO Deborah W. Brooks accepted the Philanthropic Organization of the Year award at The Hollywood Reporter/Social Impact Fund summit, underscoring a shift from stardom to a lifelong mission to cure the disease and give patients a voice.

via USA Today|

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entertainment2 months ago•9 min saved

Michael J. Fox says Parkinson's reveal was 'hell' for his wife but fueled a global research push

Michael J. Fox says going public with his Parkinson's diagnosis was “hell” for his wife Tracy Pollan, a choice he made to fight stigma and be open about the disease. Since founding The Michael J. Fox Foundation in 2000, the charity has raised over $3 billion for Parkinson's research, accelerating global collaboration and breakthroughs. Fox has continued acting and advocacy, with Pollan and foundation leaders praising the impact on patients and the pace of progress.

via Fox News|

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entertainment2 months ago•24 min saved

Acting Prolonged Michael J. Fox’s Life, He Says

Michael J. Fox says returning to acting—now on Apple TV+' Shrinking—has “really prolonged my life,” as he balances work with a public fight against Parkinson’s. The piece notes Fox’s Emmy-nominated role is ongoing and highlights how the Michael J. Fox Foundation has funded more than $3 billion in Parkinson’s research, with a goal of $700 million in new commitments this year, driven by co-founder Deborah W. Brooks. Fox’s visibility has helped accelerate patient-focused science, biomarker development, and drug programs, keeping his career and philanthropy closely aligned in the quest for a cure.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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entertainment3 months ago•241 min saved

Jennifer Grey Celebrates Tracy Pollan's 66th Birthday with a cheeky beach throwback

Jennifer Grey, 66, marked longtime friend Tracy Pollan’s 66th birthday with a playful topless beach throwback, captioning it with a lyric nod to Cyndi Lauper. Pollan replied with humor, and Pollan’s husband Michael J. Fox shared a warm birthday tribute. Grey and Pollan have a decades-long NYC friendship and recently reunited for a girls’ trip, underscoring their close bond as covered by People.

via AOL.com|

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entertainment6 months ago•2 min saved

Michael J. Fox Laughs Off Dead-Report Flub After CNN Mistake

Michael J. Fox reassured fans after CNN published a death notice about him, which was later removed with an apology. The 64-year-old actor, who has Parkinson's disease and spoke about his health in a 2023 documentary, addressed the incident with humor in a Threads post and highlighted his wife Tracy Pollan's support as he remains open about his condition.

via TODAY.com|

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entertainment6 months ago•2 min saved

Michael J. Fox survives death scare after CNN obituary mix-up

CNN published an obituary-style piece for Michael J. Fox by mistake and later apologized and removed it. Fox responded with humor on Threads, noting the mix-up, while he was in Los Angeles for Paley Fest promoting Shrinking, his first on-screen appearance since 2020. He continues to work and advocate for Parkinson's research through the Michael J. Fox Foundation.

via NBC News|

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entertainment6 months ago•14 min saved

CNN’s accidental memorial for Michael J. Fox prompts a humorous reply from the actor

CNN briefly published a memorial package for Michael J. Fox in error and quickly removed it, prompting an apology from the network. Fox countered with a witty post on Threads saying he’s “OK,” then reflected on the mishap with humor; he continues to advocate for Parkinson’s research and recently appeared at PaleyFest. The incident echoes historical obituary glitches, like the 1998 Bob Hope misprint.

via Deadline|

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