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Michael J. Fox Alive and Well After False Report
8 Apr
Summary
- Actor Michael J. Fox is alive and well, with his representative confirming his status.
- False rumors of his death circulated following an erroneous CNN report.
- Fox recently appeared at PaleyFest L.A. for a Shrinking season 3 wrap party.
Michael J. Fox is alive and well, his representative confirmed on Wednesday, April 8. The actor was present at PaleyFest L.A. on Tuesday, April 6, attending the wrap party for Shrinking season 3. This appearance followed the spread of false death rumors, which originated from an erroneous CNN report that has since been removed.
Fox, 64, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 1991, had guest-starred in Shrinking season 3. This marked his first TV series role since retiring from full-time acting in 2020, due to difficulties with speech impacting his ability to act comfortably. He publicly disclosed his Parkinson's diagnosis in 1998, seven years after its onset. In 2000, he established The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.
Reflecting on over 30 years of living with Parkinson's, Fox stated in April 2024 that it is simply his life. He expressed his commitment to community efforts focused on finding a cure or developing groundbreaking treatments. He considers his life a great ride, full of good experiences despite the challenges.
