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Published 18:56 21 Aug 2012 BST
Updated 11:14 15 Jun 2015 BST
Michael J Fox is returning to television having taken time put after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
The actor, who rose to fame over a decade ago in Back to the Future, is starring in a new NBC comedy based on his own life.
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Arguably the film that made him a star, Michael in Back to the Future.
According to reports Michael is said to play a husband and father who is dealing with a number of issues including Parkinson’s.
Speaking about this new role the 51 year old actor said: ‘I’m extremely pleased to be back at NBC with a great creative team and a great show.’
Michael appeared in a number of television shows including Family Ties and Spin City before he decided to set up the Michael J Fox Foundation and focus on finding a cure for Parkinson’s.
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Michael has starred in a number of NBC shows including Spin City.
It was also reported that the television award-winner is now hoping to take on more acting roles.
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