Nicole Kidman and Harrison Ford break down in tears as emotional Michael J Fox wins humanitarian award at 2026 Emmys

NICOLE Kidman and Harrison Ford broke down in tears as Michael J Fox won The Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at Monday night’s Emmy Awards. Back To the Future star Micheal, 65, appeared on stage in a wheelchair and moved his peers as he opened up about being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at just 29 in 1991. Michael J Fox appeared on stage in a wheelchair to accept the The Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at Monday night’s Emmy Awards Credit: Getty Images His speech left the audience – including his former co-star Harrison Ford – in tears Credit: NBC / BACKGRID He said: “Initially I kept my Parkinson’s diagnosis a secret. I worried it would affect my work and relationships with audiences.” Michael added that he questioned if fans would “laugh if they knew I was sick?” Sign up for the Showbiz newsletter Thank you! Harrison, 84 – who starred alongside Michael in Shrinking – was seen getting emotional as the audience gave him a standing ovation. Actress Nicole, 59, was among those reduced to tears as he shared an insight into his journey with Parkinson’s. Michael was joined on stage by his former The Good Wife co-star Julianna Margulies Credit: REUTERS Nicole Kidman was also seen getting emotional as Michael opened up about living with Parkinson’s disease Credit: NBC / BACKGRID Michael continued: “I was stunned by the support from all of you, so uplifted and I hadn’t lost what I do. “They couldn’t take it away from me. And it’s because you stood up for me. I appreciate it. “I understood that accepting Parkinson’s didn’t mean I had to surrender to it. It just meant I had to do everything I could for everyone living with this disease. “I set out to advocate for Parkinson’s disease and raise money. I found brilliant people to start – sorry, I’m losing it. Most read in Showbiz WINNERS OF THE 2026 EMMYS Television’s biggest stars were celebrated at the 2026 Emmy Awards but only a select few made the winner’s list. Here is everyone who took home a trophy from TV’s most anticipated night: Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series – Kate O’Flynn (Widow’s Bay) Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series – Stephen Root (Widow’s Bay) Lead Actress in a Comedy Series – Jean smart (Hacks) Lead Actor in a Comedy Series – Matthew Rhys (Widow’s Bay) Supporting Actress in a Drama Series – Alloson Janney (The Diplomat) Supporting Actor in a Drama Series – Matthew Rhys (Widow’s Bay) Lead Actress in a Drama Series – Rhea Seehorn (Pluribus) Lead Actor in a Drama Series – Noah Wyle (The Pitt) Supporting Actor in a Drama Series – Tom Pelphrey (Task) Best Reality Competition Program – The Traitors Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series – Sally Field (Remarkably Bright Creatures) Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series – Matthew Rhys (The Beast in Me) Writing for a Comedy Series – Kate Dippold (Widow’s Bay) Directing for a Drama Series – Saul Metzstein (Slow Horses) Directing for a Comedy Series – Hiro Murai (Widow’s Bay) Best Late Night Talk Show – The Late Show with Stephen Colbert Writing for a Drama Series – Vince Gilligan (Pluribus) Limited or Anthology Series – DTF St. Louis Best Drama Series – The Pitt Best Comedy Series – Widow’s Bay “I found people to lead the effort for me and vowed to fund the best science in the world.” Michael added: “’I’m proud of the progress we’ve made to benefit Parkinson’s patients and families. “We move closer to eradicating this disease forever. “I’m deeply grateful to our staff, donors, researchers, and most of all the patient community who make our work at the Michael J Fox foundation.” Michael signed off his emotional speech by thanking wife Tracy Pollan and their four children “for their sacrifices, for their patience, and for their love. You have no idea. And, of course, my mom and dad and my sisters and brother”. Comment now