Harrison Ford recently expressed his admiration for Michael J. Fox, as the two actors collaborate on the third season of Apple TV+’s series, Shrinking. Ford, 82, reflected on their partnership in an interview, highlighting the inspiration that Fox’s involvement brings to the project. “His willingness to be part of our show is a great source of inspiration and gives us a real purpose,” Ford stated. He emphasized the significance of their shared commitment to storytelling.
Ford, who is playing a therapist named Dr. Paul Rhodes, portrayed with a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis, noted that he did not know Fox, 63, well prior to their work together. However, he was struck by Fox’s pride in the series for its role in raising awareness about Parkinson’s disease, which Fox was diagnosed with at the age of 29.
Fox’s acting career, best known for his iconic role as Marty McFly in the Back to the Future films, saw a significant shift when he announced his retirement from acting in 2020. His participation in Shrinking comes at a time when awareness of Parkinson’s is gaining momentum, and Ford appreciates the opportunity to bring more attention to the condition.
The series not only portrays a story about therapist-client relationships but also sheds light on the challenges and realities of living with Parkinson’s. This collaboration between Ford and Fox not only showcases their talent but also serves a greater purpose by highlighting important health discussions.
Their joint efforts in Shrinking represent a hopeful collaboration that aims to inspire and educate audiences about mental health and Parkinson’s disease.