Michael J. Fox

Michael J. Fox (born June 9, 1961) is a Canadian-American actor, author, and advocate known for roles in Back to the Future and Family Ties. Diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, he founded the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research and has written about resilience and dignity reflected in the quoted line.

Quotes by Michael J. Fox

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One’s dignity may be assaulted, vandalized and cruelly mocked, but it can never be taken away unless it is surrendered. — Michael J. Fox

Guarding Dignity Against Life’s Hardest Trials

Ultimately, the maintenance of dignity calls for an active, conscious choice. By refusing to internalize others’ negative perceptions and asserting our own value, we retain the core of who we are. This self-empowerment aligns with Fox’s message: while we cannot always stop the assaults on our dignity, surrender is never mandatory and the decision ultimately remains ours. [...]

Created on: 5/3/2025