Michael J. Fox, the beloved actor best known for his iconic roles in Back to the Future and Family Ties, has always viewed fatherhood as his most meaningful and rewarding role.

While the spotlight has followed him throughout his career, the real heart of his story lies within his home — alongside his wife of over 30 years, actress Tracy Pollan, and their four children.

To the public, Michael J. Fox may be a household name. But to his kids, he’s simply “Dad” — a title he holds with deep affection and purpose.

In an interview with Reader’s Digest, Fox once joked that sometimes, with all the energy and chaos in the house, it felt like he had five kids instead of four. But beneath the humor is a profound devotion. “Always be available to your kids,” he shared.

“Because if you say, ‘Give me five minutes, give me 10 minutes,’ it’ll be 15, it’ll be 20. And then when you get there, the shine will have worn off whatever it is they wanted to share with you.”