After stepping away from acting in 2020 due to his battle with Parkinson’s disease, Michael J. Fox is now contemplating a return to the screen. In a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Fox expressed his willingness to consider acting again if the right opportunity arises. Despite the challenges he faces, he remains open to the idea of taking on a role that allows him to incorporate his own experiences and realities into the character.
In a 2023 interview with Empire, Fox revealed the thought process behind his decision to put his acting career on hold. After struggling to remember his lines while filming The Good Wife spinoff, The Good Fight, Fox was reminded of a scene from Once Upon a Time in Hollywood where Leonardo DiCaprio’s character faces a similar struggle. This moment of reflection led Fox to realize that it was time to step back from acting, a decision he describes as ultimately being “peaceful.”
Throughout his career, Fox’s priorities have evolved. While he initially aimed to build a family, having four children with his wife Tracy Pollan, he also focused on his work with the Michael J. Fox Foundation. The actor-turned-activist has dedicated himself to raising awareness and funding for Parkinson’s disease research, reflecting a shift in his personal and professional goals over the years.
Now, as Fox contemplates a potential return to acting, he approaches the idea with a sense of openness and optimism. He acknowledges the challenges he may face but remains determined to find roles that allow him to bring his unique perspective and experiences to the screen. With a renewed sense of purpose and a desire to continue pushing boundaries, Michael J. Fox is poised to embark on a new chapter in his acting career, should the right opportunity present itself.