Michael J. Fox’s Remarkable 2025: Presidential Honor and Continued Impact in Entertainment and Advocacy
A Year of Distinguished Recognition
Michael J. Fox has received one of the nation’s highest civilian honors in 2025 – the Presidential Medal of Freedom, awarded by President Joe Biden. This prestigious recognition comes amid a series of remarkable achievements for the beloved actor and advocate.
Documentary Success and Critical Acclaim
The Apple TV+ documentary ‘Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie,’ directed by Davis Guggenheim, has garnered significant acclaim, chronicling Fox’s life and his battle with Parkinson’s disease. The film achieved a remarkable sweep at the Critics Choice Documentary Awards, winning all five categories for which it was nominated, including Best Documentary Feature, Best Director, Best Editing, Best Narration, and Best Biographical Documentary.
The documentary has not only dominated at the Critics Choice Documentary Awards but was also named the Best Documentary of the Year by the National Board of Review.
Return to Acting and Cultural Impact
In an exciting development for fans, Fox has been cast in the third season of the comedy drama ‘Shrinking,’ marking a return to television. In a memorable appearance at the Glastonbury Festival in 2024, he joined British rock band Coldplay, playing guitar on their songs ‘Humankind’ and ‘Fix You.’ The band’s lead singer Chris Martin acknowledged that ‘Back to the Future’ was their primary inspiration for forming the band.
Continued Advocacy and Research Impact
Through the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, which he founded in 2000, Fox continues his dedication to finding a cure for Parkinson’s disease. The foundation has established itself as the largest non-profit funder of Parkinson’s disease research globally, having invested more than $1 billion in research projects.
The impact of Fox’s story and work continues to resonate, with his documentary being praised for its well-balanced and thought-provoking approach, offering a narrative that fills audiences with both sadness and hope.