WorldPingFox faced a tough decision when he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s in his late 20s.
Initially, “I kept it a secret.
I was afraid it would affect my work and my relationship with audiences.
Would they laugh if they knew I was sick?
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Michael J. Fox Receives Thunderous Ovation at Emmys, Vows To Keep Fighting To Eradicate Parkinson’s
Michael J. Fox Gives Moving Speech While Accepting Emmys Humanitarian Award
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WorldPingMichael J. Fox’s heartfelt speech at the Emmys earned a huge ovation as he accepted the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award on Monday night. The five-time Emmy winner was recognized for his “transformative contributions to Parkinson’s disease research and advocacy.
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