Michael J. Fox has received an Emmy nomination for his guest-star role on the Apple TV comedy "Shrinking", a part that prompted him to end a five-year acting retirement he began in 2020. The nomination, announced on Wednesday as part of the 78th annual Emmy Awards, marks a notable return for the actor, whose career has long been shaped by his battle with Parkinson's disease.

Fox is nominated in the outstanding guest actor in a comedy series category, alongside names including "Shrinking" co-star Brett Goldstein, Christopher McDonald ("Hacks") and Rob Reiner ("The Bear"). Diagnosed with Parkinson's in 1991 and going public in 1998, Fox first stepped back from acting in 2000 when leaving "Spin City", though he has repeatedly returned to roles that incorporate his condition. He revealed that he personally approached "Shrinking" co-creator Bill Lawrence about appearing on the show, which addresses Parkinson's, leading to his latest role.