Last night Michael J. Fox was honored by WebMD in New York City with its first inaugural Health Heroes Hall of Fame award for his efforts in Parkinson’s disease research and advocacy. The WebMD Health Heroes Award recognizes inspiring individuals who have helped change the health care landscape by meeting a health challenge and giving back to others. Additional honorees were Carson Daly, Dr. Harold S. Koplewicz, Dr. Frank Papay, Zarin Ibnat Rahman and Martha Stewart.

Michael sat down with Robin Roberts, who hosted last night’s event, to discuss the honor and how he lives his life with Parkinson’s.

Accepting the award on Michael’s behalf, Claire Meunier, VP of research engagement, reiterated Michael’s sentiments on receiving this honor and that he shares the recognition with his fellow patients and all the researchers who are helping cure Parkinson’s disease in our lifetime.

Read more about Michael’s journey with Parkinson’s and his decision to start MJFF in the November/December issue of WebMD.