Michael J. Fox Calls on Parkinson's Patients, Community to Join "Fox Trial Finder” in New Issue of Neurology Now. Outfoxing Parkinson's: Michael J. Fox's personal, heroic quest. As Marty McFly, he took us Back to the Future.
Now, through his work leading The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF), actor and activist Michael J. Fox is helping to usher in a new future for people with Parkinson's disease (PD)—one filled with hope. “I know without fail that we are getting closer—day by day, year by year—to the breakthroughs that will make finding a cure inevitable,” Fox tells Neurology Now. “A lot of work lies ahead of us. Parkinson's disease is a central nervous system disorder in which the brain has difficulty controlling the movements of the body. Years ago, when he first considered creating a foundation to help people with the disease, Fox said, “I was not interested in a ‘write a check and hope for the best’ version of philanthropy-as-usual but an investment in a new kind of undertaking: the promise of quick action, accountability, innovation, and a positive outcome….
People can join the fight against PD in many different ways. Michael J. Fox: the disruptive philanthropist. Michael J. Fox Plays Guitar In 'Back To The Future' 'Johnny B. Goode' Reenactment (PHOTOS, VIDEO) Marty McFly took Hill Valley High School by storm in 1955 when he pre-introduced its students to rock n' roll with a storming rendition of "Johnny B. Goode," and 26 years later, he's still rocking the tune. Michael J. Fox, who traveled through time and alternate versions of the past and future as McFly in the beloved "Back to the Future" trilogy, hosted his annual charity benefit on Saturday night. Called A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Cure Parkinson's, the event in New York City featured plenty of big names and performances, but none of them could touch what Fox pulled off on stage.
Donning a red guitar identical to the one he "played" in the school dance scene in the first film -- he actually simulated playing the music, while real musicians did the actual performing for that movie -- Fox rocked the Chuck Berry classic for the crowd. Check out photos of the event below, as well as the original scene. PHOTOS (all via Getty): Johnny B. Goode - Back to the Future (1985) HD. Michael J. Fox Plays Johnny B. Goode at his New York fundraiser - 2011 Nov 12.
Michael J. Fox whips out his guitar at Parkinson's Disease fundraiser in New York. By Amelia Proud Updated: 07:54 GMT, 14 November 2011.
Michael J. Fox one of many inspiring speakers to address health care professionals at HealthAchieve 2011. North America's leading health care conference and exhibition to feature unparalleled opportunity to expand, network, focus, recharge and engage TORONTO, Nov. 2, 2011 /CNW/ - As one of the largest and most prestigious health care gatherings in North America, HealthAchieve aims to inspire ideas and innovation.
Running from November 7th - 9th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, over 7000 delegates from across Canada and the world will have the opportunity to hear from keynote speakers including actor and activist, Michael J. Fox, O.C. ; The Gaza Doc, Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish; and the founder of Trendhunter.com, Jeremy Gutsche. In addition, HealthAchieve will feature over 50 informative and engaging educational sessions along with the award winning exhibit floor, where close to 300 exhibitors showcase the latest health care products, services and technologies. HealthAchieve is a must-attend event for anyone who has a professional interest in health care. Michael J. Fox too busy to feel effects of Parkinson's. TORONTO - Although Michael J.
Fox turned 50 this year, the boyish actor who charmed audiences in "Family Ties" and "Back to the Future" says his battle to find a cure for Parkinson's disease keeps him young and too busy to feel ill. The Emmy Award-winning star told roughly 2,000 people gathered at a North American health conference Tuesday that his condition appears to have plateaued and that once-severe episodes of Dyskinesia -- a movement disorder that causes him involuntary tremors and sudden jerks -- have diminished. Accepting the disease and surrounding himself with like-minded supporters have helped him thrive beyond many people's expectations, he said, noting that anyone in a similar situation can do the same. "You have to empower yourself, acknowledge what the situation is, acknowledge what your goal is and just move toward it," Fox said at the HealthAchieve conference, an annual three-day gathering that draws more than 7,000 delegates from Canada and around the world.
Michael J. Fox on Live! with Regis and Kelly 2011 Nov 04. Icons & Innovators: Denis Leary and Michael J. Fox. Michael J. Fox a featured speaker at area university event. CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — Michael J.
Fox will speak as part of Southeast Missouri State University’s 2011-2012 University Speaker Series at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 26 in the Show Me Center. The title of his presentation is “Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist.” Tickets are required for entry. General admission tickets are $10 and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com, Ticketmaster outlets, or to avoid service charges, tickets can be purchased at the Show Me Center Box Office. Fox charmed audiences around the world in such roles as Alex Keaton in “Family Ties,” for which he earned three Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award, and star and executive producer of ABC’s acclaimed “Spin City,” for which he was honored with three Golden Globe Awards, one Emmy Award, three Emmy nominations, a GQ Man-of-the-Year Award, a People’s Choice Award and two Screen Actors Guild Awards.
'Life changes; you change with it,' actor Michael J. Fox says at Show Me Center appearance (10/27/11) Michael J.
Fox Michael J. Fox was in Gainesville, Fla., filming "Doc Hollywood" when he noticed a tremor in his left pinky. Speaking to a packed Show Me Center on Wednesday night, he joked that since he was filming with Woody Harrelson, maybe it had something to do with the raging hangover he had that morning. Actor, Parkinson's Research Advocate Michael J. Fox to Speak at UB. Michael J. Fox Speaks About Optimism. Published: Thursday, October 20, 2011 Updated: Monday, November 5, 2012 20:11 Alexa Strudler /// The Spectrum.
Michael J. Fox to speak at RIT. Michael J. Fox cracks up crowd at RIT. Michael J Fox on Letterman 2011 Sep 08 Part 1. Michael J Fox on Letterman 2011 Sep 08 Part 2. SHRM Las Vegas Day 4: Michael J. Fox on Life’s Changes – and Choices. Is there a good reason to stay for the final day of SHRM’s annual conference, even in Las Vegas?
I’ve always wondered why SHRM even has a fourth day, because a good chunk of the attendees are either worn out (especially after a few days in Sin City) or simply choose to bag the last day and either go have fun or simply head home — as I usually do. But I have found that my decision to blow off the last day of the SHRM annual conference is also pegged to the Closing General Speaker, because in past years, none of them seemed sufficiently compelling to make me want to hang around for the better part of another day. That’s why this year is so different, because this year, SHRM is closing the conference with somebody I wanted to listen to — Emmy Award-winning actor Michael J Fox.
“Life changes … and you change with it” Fox is best known for his career-launching role on TV’s Family Ties, and, his most famous turn as Marty McFly in the Back to the Future movie trilogy. Michael J. Fox comes back to Back to the Future for finale. Michael J Fox 'lights Empire State Building' Michael J Fox has illuminated New York's Empire State Building to raise awareness of his Parkinson's disease charity.
The Back To The Future star, who himself has endured a very public struggle with the disease, turned the American landmark orange and white to reflect the colours of his foundation for Parkinson's research. The 49-year-old brightened up Manhattan along with his 9-year-old daughter Esme in honour of Parkinson's awareness month, Entertainment Tonight reports. After the flicking of the switch, Fox commented: "It's a great honour from the city and we really appreciate it.
It's a great symbol, the Empire State Building, of achieving the impossible if you work together, and that's what we represent. " This week Fox made his third appearance as pharmaceutical lawyer Louis Canning in CBS drama The Good Wife. Actress Liz Hurley broke a world record last October by turning the Empire State Building and 39 other world landmarks pink in aid of a breast cancer awareness drive.
Michael J. Fox & 10-Year-Old Daughter Honor Parkinson’s Research. Actor Michael J.
Fox was all smile with his 10-year-old daughter Esme as they celebrated Parkinson’s Research Day at the Empire State Building today, April 8. Today has been proclaimed The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research Day in New York City, and to celebrate Esme sported a ‘Team Fox’ t-shirt and flipped the light switch at the Empire State Building lighting. They honored Parkinson’s patients, supporters, and researchers worldwide, and after the ceremony the father-daughter pair went up to the 82nd floor to have some fun on the observation deck. So cute!