Michael J. Fox is struggling with Parkinson's disease. He received the diagnosis at the age of 30, and today, when he is 63, the disease is making its presence felt. At first, the “Back to the Future” actor had problems with speech and memory. Currently, he needs constant care to function on a daily basis. Despite his serious illness, he managed to appear at the event marking the end of his presidency Joe Biden.
Michael J. Fox received the award. Internet users say he is an “extraordinary man”
The actor was among the honorable group of 19 people honored by Joe Biden. The ceremony took place at the White House on January 4. Fox received the award for his artistic achievements and activities on behalf of Parkinson's patients. Joe Biden made a short speech while awarding the Presidential Medal of Freedom. – Together you leave an incredible mark – and I mean this sincerely, about the entire group – you leave an incredible mark on our country – he told the audience. Recordings of the ceremony quickly circulated on the Internet, and the moment of awarding the award to Michael J. Fox attracted particular attention. Joe Biden held the actor while presenting the medal, showing him understanding and support. You can also see that the actor was very moved and moved. “What an extraordinary man”, “This video makes me sad”, “Michael J. Fox is the only person from the last round of winners who deserves this medal” – we read on the X.
Michael J. Fox on the origins of Parkinson's. Now he teaches others about the disease
The disease turned Michael J. Fox's life upside down. His movements began to become more and more uncontrolled. He noticed numbness in the left side of his body. – It's a very insidious disease. When you are first diagnosed, the symptoms are relatively minor. For me, it was a trembling little finger and a sore shoulder, admitted Fox, as quoted by express.co.uk. He could not accept that he was forced to retire from the profession. – I heard: In a few years you won't be able to work. I thought: Are these really the symptoms? – revealed the star, who finally had to come to terms with the diagnosis.