J. Fox, the acclaimed and award-winning actor, regards fatherhood as his most treasured and important role in life. Having been happily married to Tracy Pollan for over 30 years, the couple shares the joy of raising four wonderful children together. Fox has even humorously mentioned in an interview with Reader’s Digest that sometimes it feels like they have five children, reflecting the lively and bustling nature of their family life.

Fox often speaks about the significance of being fully present and available for his children. He stresses, “Always be available to your kids. Because if you say, ‘Give me five minutes, give me 10 minutes,’ it’ll be 15, it’ll be 20.

And then when you finally get there, the shine will have worn off whatever it is they wanted to share with you.” This perspective highlights how important it is to cherish those moments and give children the attention they deserve without delay. Since his diagnosis with Parkinson’s disease in 1991, Fox has openly shared how his children have been a source of immense empathy, strength, and resilience for him. His social media, especially Instagram, frequently showcases his close and loving bond with his family.

For example, on Mother’s Day 2022, Fox wrote a heartfelt message to his wife Tracy Pollan, saying, “Our children are beautiful, sensitive, intelligent, empathetic, independent, compassionate, adventurous, lovely people. That’s your fault.” This touching tribute underlines the deep respect and gratitude he holds for his wife’s role in raising such remarkable children.

Through both his words and actions, Fox continues to inspire many by showing that family connections and being emotionally available are some of the most meaningful aspects of life, even amid personal challenges like his ongoing battle with Parkinson’s.