On Father’s Day, Tracy Pollan honored Michael J. Fox with a touching post that revealed treasured family moments, offering fans a glimpse into their personal world. This Michael J. Fox family tribute and rare photos highlight their enduring bond, as Pollan shared heartfelt words and images celebrating Fox’s role as a father.
Tracy Pollan’s Special Father’s Day Message
Tracy Pollan marked Sunday, June 15 by posting a series of rare family photos on Instagram, delighting followers with an intimate look at the Fox family. Among the images was a black-and-white shot capturing Michael J. Fox surrounded by his four children and Pollan, as well as pictures featuring Fox spending festive times with his son and enjoying a meal with one of his daughters. Alongside the photos, she wrote,
“You’ve been slaying this dad thing since day one! Happy Father’s Day to the best in the biz, we love you,”
—Tracy Pollan, Actor.
Fox’s affectionate response to her tribute only added to the warmth of the exchange. Commenting on the post, he called himself the
“luckiest lucky man on the planet.”
—Michael J. Fox, Actor, and went on to say,
“Love you all so much it makes me dizzy.”
—Michael J. Fox, Actor.
Decades of Love and Family
Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan’s story began in 1985 when the two met as cast members playing love interests on the acclaimed series Family Ties. While they remained friends for a couple of years, romance blossomed on the set of the 1988 film Bright Lights, Big City. Their partnership grew, and they went on to marry and raise four children: Sam, Aquinnah, Schuyler, and Esmé. The family’s close-knit nature is often reflected on social media, with both Pollan and Fox regularly sharing tributes that celebrate milestones and cherish everyday moments.
Michael J. Fox himself took to social media to celebrate Tracy Pollan this past Mother’s Day, expressing his appreciation for the family they built together. In his post, he told her,
“Look at these kids, amazing. You did that,”
—Michael J. Fox, Actor,
“I love you for it, and so do they. Happy Mother’s Day.”
—Michael J. Fox, Actor.
New Horizons for Michael J. Fox in Television
Michael J. Fox is set to return to television, joining the AppleTV+ series Shrinking in a guest star role that has not yet been disclosed. This marks Fox’s first on-screen appearance since 2020, representing a significant moment in his acting career. The series, which features Harrison Ford portraying a character living with Parkinson’s disease, draws inspiration from Fox’s journey with the illness—an experience he faced publicly after his diagnosis in 1991 and announcement in 1998, as noted by The Michael J. Fox Foundation.
Bill Lawrence, co-creator and executive producer of the show, shared his admiration for Fox and the impact the actor has made both on and off screen. Lawrence stated,
“I found the first mentor in my life and career, Michael J. Fox, to be so inspiring with the way he took it in stride and continues to work harder than anybody I know,”
—Bill Lawrence, Executive Producer, adding,
“And we want to kind of carry that spirit if we can into the show.”
—Bill Lawrence, Executive Producer.
Through heartfelt social media tributes, rare glimpses into their family life, and continued achievements in entertainment, Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan show a lasting love that continues to inspire. As Fox embarks on a new acting chapter, his resilience and family support remain a testament to his character’s strength and the powerful legacy he shares with those closest to him.
