The View moderator Whoopi Goldberg became emotional while closing out an interview with actor Michael J. Fox, saying there is "no better person to emulate" after he opened up about his life, career, and journey while living with Parkinson's disease.
After speaking candidly about his experience living with the disease—which he recently admitted has only gotten "tougher" to live with—Fox said there is "nothing better [he] can hope for than to be in this spot right now," a statement which moved Goldberg considerably.
After noting Fox will receive an award honoring his work and advocacy, Goldberg said:
"So, you know, there’s no better person to emulate than this man. He’s one of the best people I know—for a long time, you know? He doesn't look as old [as me] but I know."
"It’s a pleasure and an honor and a privilege to still know you, so bravo you."
You can watch the moment in the video below.
\u201cWhoopi Goldberg gets a bit emotional at the end of Michael J. Fox's appearance on The View:\n\n"So, you know, there\u2019s no better person to emulate than this man. He\u2019s one of the best people I know -- for a long time... It\u2019s a pleasure and an honor and a privilege to still know you."\u201d— Justin Baragona (@Justin Baragona) 1684427932
Many were equally as moved by the sweet moment.
\u201cWhile it is sad to see Michael J. Fox is dealing with Parkinson's, yet he is still fighting and still living. #TheView\u201d— Kevin Facey (@Kevin Facey) 1684423813
\u201cI love you Michael J. Fox. Always have. Always will. \ud83e\udd70#theview\u201d— hesouttamylife (@hesouttamylife) 1684423453
\u201cMichael J Fox is on @TheView right now \u2026 I will always have a place in my heart for this guy . He just conjures up great memories \ud83d\ude0a . Even now , he still has a sense of humor , cracking up the ladies\u201d— Victor Looklook (@Victor Looklook) 1684423717
\u201cI wish the world could share a fraction of the positive energy coming from Michael J Fox on @TheView\u201d— Susie.....American Voter (@Susie.....American Voter) 1684424281
\u201cForever grateful to you Michael J. Fox... for all the great entertainment you've given & continue to give us; and for all the time and sacrifice you've unselfishly given to help people all over the world who are suffering from Parkinson's disease. Thank you. \ud83d\udc4f\ud83d\udc9d #Theview\u201d— hesouttamylife (@hesouttamylife) 1684424278
\u201cDon't like The View but wow Michael J Fox is an amazing human being & what he's doing for Parkinson's is just...no words.https://t.co/4P9n45Yq5D\u201d— apple martini (@apple martini) 1684445726
\u201cLove this interview with Michael J Fox today on The View. I\u2019ve been a fan of his since I was little. In spite of his Parkinson\u2019s..which makes me sad, but what an inspiring & still funny man. And how amazing that his foundation raised over $2B. \ud83d\ude4c\ud83c\udffd\ud83d\ude4c\ud83c\udffd https://t.co/blVNd7z8qD\u201d— MaryK Myal (@MaryK Myal) 1684469616
\u201cMichael J Fox\u2019s interview on #TheView today was so touching and heartfelt. He is such an inspiration! Please support his documentary, Still, on @AppleTV. It\u2019s masterfully done. \ud83e\udd79\u201d— Tyler Dilbeck (@Tyler Dilbeck) 1684424185
Fox's appearance was also notable because of the response he gave after Goldberg asked him if there were any roles he regretted turning down over the course of his career.
To Goldberg's astonishment, Fox replied he'd had the opportunity to star alongside her in 1990's hit romantic thriller Ghost, for which Goldberg herself won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Fox said:
"There was a chance to work with you that I missed. They talked to me about 'Ghost' early on."
"I said, 'It'll never work.' I said, 'Whoopi's great, but it'll never work.' And then it was great, and huge, and I'm a f**kng idiot!"
A thrilled Goldberg replied she and Fox will have to "find something to do now," a declaration that earned cheers from the audience.
