Michael J. Fox

The Canadian Expat Association, representing the 2.8 million Canadian citizens living outside Canada, announces the winner of the contest it hosted to determine the most influential Canadian expatriate, after inviting its members and the public to nominate individuals active around the world. The ensuing short list for voting was based on the number of multiple nominations being received. Those making the short list, including many widely...  

Each time University of Windsor graduate student Katie Facecchia sees actor Michael J. Fox on television, talking about his life-and-death battle with Parkinson's disease, she "can't help but think — just hang on, there'll be something soon."  

Bill Davila/Startraks More cowbell! Michael J. Fox and daughter Esmé Annabelle, 8, take a break from cheering on — and ringing a cowbell for! — members of Team Fox as they run the New York City Marathon on Sunday. Team Fox, which Michael launched in January 2006, raises much-needed funds for Parkinson’s Disease research. Diagnosed in 1991, [...]  

Michael J. Fox, who used the fame he gained as an actor to take a starring role in the fight against Parkinson's disease, has been named the most influential Canadian expatriate.  

Data from uniquely affected populations will help lay groundwork for conclusive outcomes from future clinical trialsNEW YORK, Oct. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research today announced $5.2 million in support for two studies defining the clinical presentation of Parkinson's disease in two specific populations -- Ashkenazi...  

NEW YORK and ST. LOUIS, Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sigma-Aldrich (Nasdaq: SIAL) and The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) today announced a collaboration that is expected to develop more accurate preclinical research models of Parkinson's disease, a neurodegenerative disorder of unknown cause that affects nearly five million individuals worldwide(i). Under a research grant from MJFF, Sigma Advanced Genetic Engineering (SAGE(TM)) Labs - an...  

NEW YORK, Sept. 23 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Michael J. Fox Foundation has committed up to $5 million for research to successfully translate neurotrophic factor advances from pre-clinical and early-phase clinical work into a practical, patient-relevant treatment for Parkinson's...  

Actor, activist and philanthropist Michael J. Fox received the Matthew T. Robinson Courage Award at HollyRod Foundation event, hosted by founders, author/actress Holly Robinson Peete and her husband, football great, Rodney Peete. Fox has inspired millions through his commitment to effecting positive changes to cure Parkinson’s disease, and actress Holly Robinson, who lost her Dad to Parkinson’s established the HollyRod Foundation in his honor.  

Emmy Award winners Michael J. Fox, Patricia Arquette and Ellen Burstyn are among the latest big names added to the list roster of presenters at Sunday's Primetime Emmy Awards, according to the Futon Critic.Other stars joining the lineup include Bob Newhart, David Boreanaz, Jon Cryer, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Rob Lowe, Tracy Morgan, Hayden Panettiere, Josh Radnor and Cobie Smulders.-- Allison J. Waldman  

To promote his new CD Whiskey Rebellion one Mojo Nixon is giving away pretty much his entire catalog for free on Amazon. Get it while the gettin's good, since this celebration of all music Mojo lasts for "about three weeks." (previously)  

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NEW YORK, Sept. 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Michael J. Fox Foundation-funded researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center have reached a milestone in the development of potential new drugs for Parkinson's disease that may avoid the ...  

Justin Timberlake, Michael J. Fox, Kevin Bacon and Kiefer Sutherland. Who knew specs were so darn sexy? Photo: Getty Images Well, hello four eyes! The most noteworthy accessory sported by Emmys leading men sat on the bridge of their noses. The look was geek, but oh so chic thanks to Justin Timberlake , Simon Baker, Michael J. Fox, Kiefer Sutherland and Kevin Bacon, who all paired dark... on the retro influences of best drama winner...  

Michael J. Fox's 'Looking Up' is truly inspirationalAlbany Herald On-lineWho could forget the look of sheer horror he wore as Lea Thompson leaned in for the big kiss while "parking" outside the Enchantment Under the Sea dance? ...and more »  

A rain-soaked 5K race was held Saturday morning at Franconia Community Park. The race was held to benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.