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Michael J. Fox to Receive Bob Hope Humanitarian Award

7/29/2026

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The Television Academy announced Michael J. Fox will receive the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at the 78th Emmy Awards on Sept. 14.
The honor cites his Parkinson’s advocacy, noting his foundation has funded over $3 billion in research.
Mariska Hargitay will host the live ceremony from the Peacock Theater at L.A. Live on NBC.
Fox, a 19-time Emmy nominee, is also nominated this year for guest actor on Apple TV’s “Shrinking.”

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The Television Academy announced Michael J. Fox will receive the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at the 78th Emmy Awards on Sept. 14.
The honor cites his Parkinson’s advocacy, noting his foundation has funded over $3 billion in research.
Mariska Hargitay will host the live ceremony from the Peacock Theater at L.A. Live on NBC.
Fox, a 19-time Emmy nominee, is also nominated this year for guest actor on Apple TV’s “Shrinking.”