After Nearly 40 Years of Marriage, 4 Children, and Still Going Strong: Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan Attend NBA Finals Game Together — Photos

Michael J. Fox seen on September 25, 1985 | Source: Getty Images

Michael J. Fox pictured on January 1, 1988 | Source: Getty Images

Michael J. Fox pictured on January 1, 1980 | Source: Getty Images

Captured on the set of the hit NBC sitcom "Family Ties," this promotional portrait marks the beginning of their historic journey. Pollan joined the show as Ellen Reed, the bright, feminist college student who stole the heart of Fox’s iconic character, Alex P. Keaton.

Photographed on November 9, 1987, at the premiere of Cross Your Heart, the couple was stepping out into the public eye during the height of Fox’s massive global stardom. By this point, their off-screen romance was blossoming rapidly.

This high-glamour snapshot captures the couple at the Los Angeles premiere of Back to the "Future Part II" in late 1989. Looking radiant and deeply in love, this premiere marked a joyful high point in their early marriage just before life would present them with their greatest challenge.

Taken on February 18, 1990, this candid snapshot offers a rare glimpse into the couple's everyday, grounded life away from the Hollywood flashbulbs. At this moment, they were navigating life as new parents to their less-than-a-year-old son, Sam.

Attending a charity softball game on April 30, 1992. Behind their relaxed smiles, the couple was privately navigating the heavy news of Michael's Parkinson's diagnosis from the previous year, a secret they would fiercely guard together for seven more years.

Michael, Tracy, and their six-year-old son, Sam, hold hands at a charity carnival, with Tracy and Sam rocking coordinated striped shirts. This sweet family outing came during a major milestone year for the couple, who had just welcomed their twin daughters, Aquinnah and Schuyler, a few months prior.

Walking the red carpet at the 1997 Golden Globe Awards, Michael looked dapper in a classic black tuxedo alongside Tracy, who stunned in a sleek black evening gown and diamond necklace. This high-profile evening caught Michael at the peak of his celebrated run on ABC's "Spin City," with Tracy serving as his steady anchor behind the scenes.

Walking the red carpet at the 51st Emmy Awards, Tracy stunned in a vibrant coral satin gown alongside a tuxedo-clad Michael and their ten-year-old son, Sam, who looked sharp in a matching black suit. This high-profile appearance came less than a year after Michael courageously shared his Parkinson's diagnosis with the world.

Tracy wrapped an arm around Michael as they posed closely at a charity benefit after-party in New York City in May 2002. This relaxed night out came during a busy, joyful era for the couple, shortly after the historic launch of Michael’s foundation and the birth of their youngest daughter, Esmé.

Summer style took center stage as the couple brought a pop of color to a June benefit dinner in Manhattan. Closing in on 17 years of marriage, their effortless, deep-seated chemistry remained just as striking as their formal wear.

Recognized globally for his monumental impact on medical advocacy, Michael was honored among TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in May 2007. Even when surrounded by the world's most powerful figures, the couple's effortless warmth and lighthearted humor stole the spotlight.

The pair turned heads at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards during a year of major creative triumphs for Michael. That evening, he took home the award for Outstanding Guest Actor for his role on "Rescue Me." Tracy was right there to celebrate every milestone.

Hand-in-hand at their signature foundation benefit, "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson's," the couple stood proudly before the michaeljfox.org banner. Tracy was the picture of elegance in a ruched, emerald-green satin dress, posed with Michael, who looked sharp in a pinstripe suit and textured tie.

Pure Hollywood elegance met deep family pride at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards. The evening was a major milestone for the family, as their eldest son, Sam, was chosen to serve as that year's "Mr. Golden Globe," putting the couple's tight-knit bond and enduring success as parents on full display for the world to see.

Opting for an understated, relaxed vibe for a chilly January premiere in Manhattan, the pair proved that true comfort comes with time. More than a quarter-century into their marriage, their public outings seamlessly shifted from high-glam red carpets to low-key date nights, radiating the easy warmth of lifelong best friends.

Bringing a burst of high-fashion glamour to the legendary Vanity Fair Oscar Party in February 2017, the couple proved why they remain one of the industry's most beloved pairings. Nearing three decades of marriage, their shared smiles and affectionate embrace showed a bond that only deepens with every passing year.

Standing before the familiar fox logo at their annual benefit in November 2019, the couple brought both high fashion and high hope to the red carpet. With their foundation closing in on two decades of historic, field-changing research, this moment served as a beautiful reminder that their shared mission is fueled entirely by their enduring devotion to one another.

Stepping out for their annual autumn gala in October 2021, the pair brought a fresh, modern style to the step-and-repeat. Celebrating over 20 years of groundbreaking medical milestones through their foundation, their radiant smiles and easy posture proved that their massive crusade continues to be fueled by a shared, unstoppable joy.

Exuding confidence on the vibrant yellow carpet at SXSW, the couple celebrated the premiere of "Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie." The intimate Apple TV+ documentary pulled back the curtain on Michael's life, career, and private health battles, offering a raw and vulnerable story that wouldn't have been complete without Tracy at its core.

Wrapping up a historic year of monumental triumphs, the couple stood proudly at their November 2025 foundation gala. This appearance came just one month after the release of Michael’s fifth book, "Future Boy," and in the same banner year he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.