Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Michael J. Fox to Receive 2026 Bob Hope Humanitarian Award
Michael J. Fox is going to receive the 2026 Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at the Primetime Emmy Awards.
He is known for his acting in shows like Family Ties and movies like Back to the Future.
He was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 1998 and started a foundation to help find a cure.
The foundation has raised over $3 billion for research.
Michael has won many awards, including an honorary Oscar and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
He will be honored for his work in helping people with Parkinson's disease.
Michael J. Fox will receive the 2026 Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at the Primetime Emmy Awards.
Fox is a five-time Emmy winner and has been nominated 19 times.
He was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 1998 and founded the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.
The foundation has raised over $3 billion for Parkinson's research.
Fox has previously received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
- Who
- Michael J. Fox
- What
- Receiving the 2026 Bob Hope Humanitarian Award
- When
- September 14, 2026
- Where
- Primetime Emmy Awards
- Why
- For his humanitarian efforts and contributions to Parkinson's research
Supporters of Michael J. Fox
Critics of the Award
Impact of Parkinson's Research
Supporters of Michael J. Fox
Michael J. Fox's foundation has significantly advanced Parkinson's research and awareness.
Critics of the Award
Some argue that the award should go to someone with a more direct impact on humanitarian efforts.
- Award
- Bob Hope Humanitarian Award
- Recipient
- Michael J. Fox
- Award Date
- September 14, 2026
- Foundation
- Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research
- Research Funding
- Over $3 billion
- Emmy Nominations
- 19
- Emmy Wins
- 5
- Previous Awards
- Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, Presidential Medal of Freedom