Michael J Fox Receives Standing Ovation at BAFTA Awards
Legendary Actor honored for his contribution to film
February 18, 2024
Michael J Fox, renowned actor and Parkinson’s disease advocate, received a standing ovation from a star-studded audience at the 2024 British Academy Film Awards held in London. Despite his battle with Parkinson’s since 1991, Fox took to the stage in a wheelchair to present the award for Best Film to Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer.
At the ceremony, Michael’s film, Still: A Michael J Fox Story, was also nominated for the Documentary prize. Although it lost out to 20 Days in Mariupol, the nomination itself is a testament to Fox’s contribution in raising awareness and support for Parkinson’s research.
Resilience and Inspiration
Despite arriving on stage in a wheelchair, Michael exuded enthusiasm and demonstrated his unwavering determination in the fight against Parkinson’s disease. The stars in attendance gave him a heartfelt and warm reception, acknowledging his immense contribution and the challenges he has faced throughout his career.
Michael J. Fox’s diagnosis for Parkinson’s disease came in 1991. He went public with the information in 1998, becoming a powerful voice to shed light on the disease. His Apple TV+ documentary released in 2023, offering a glimpse into his career and life with Parkinson’s, has nearly won him a coveted BAFTA award, further fueling his commitment to finding a cure for the disease.
