Actor Michael J. Fox and his wife, Tracy Pollan, have been together for 37 years, and the couple recently shared some solid marriage advice for their eldest son, Sam Fox, who recently married Molly Milstein.
“I mean, the one thing actually that I would say that’s the most important thing is find something to laugh about together every day, if you can,” Tracy said in an interview with People, noting that laughter has been the secret to her and Michael’s long-lasting marriage. “You know what, we just take it one day at a time and it’s worked,” she added.
Sam and Molly announced their marriage in a joint post on Instagram on Tuesday, November 4.
Michael and Tracy also share twin daughters Aquinnah and Schuyler, both 30, as well as their youngest daughter, Esmé, 24. This marks the second wedding in the family, with Schuyler tying the knot with her longtime partner last year.
Speaking with People recently, Michael opened up about his children’s relationship with his career. Despite Sam following in his footsteps by working in Hollywood on the production side, Michael revealed, “They haven’t been historically curious about my career. Everyone has led their own lives. They’re great people.”
The couple also continued their tradition of attending the annual “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson’s” Gala, held this year on Saturday, November 15, at Cipriani South Street in New York City. This comedic event serves as a fundraiser for the Michael J. Fox Foundation.
Founded in 2000, the Foundation raises awareness and funds research efforts for Parkinson’s disease, which Michael was diagnosed with in 1991. The family presented a united front in support of Michael at the Gala, appearing even more upbeat than usual before taking the stage later that night—where Michael even shredded on the electric guitar.
Other celebrity attendees included Katie Couric, Kate Bosworth, Justin Long, Nikki Glaser, Jon Stewart, Meg Ryan, Richard Kind, and more.
“All these people are friends of mine, family, and it’s really great to see them, and I walk on the red carpet surprised to see them, and I think, ‘Well, why should I be surprised?’” Michael said. “They’ve always been there for me, and they continue to be for me, year after year.”
He also highlighted the ongoing impact of the Foundation, which has endowed over $2.5 billion in the 25 years since its inception. “The work is really never over,” he remarked.
The family has plenty to celebrate lately. In early November 2025, Esmé completed the New York City Marathon, running in honor of the Michael J. Fox Foundation, just in time for her 24th birthday.
Her proud father paid tribute to her on social media, writing:
“Esme. then. and now you did it! You are amazing, congratulations! Your dad is very proud, oh yea and happy birthday!”
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