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Bill Lawrence Says “Mentor” Michael J. Fox Influenced ‘Shrinking’s Depiction Of Parkinson’s

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Showrunner Bill Lawrence reveals how Michael J. Fox, a mentor to the 'Shrinking' team, shaped the series' authentic portrayal of Parkinson's disease.
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  • Michael J. Fox, who has lived with Parkinson's for over 30 years, offered invaluable insights that helped the 'Shrinking' writers incorporate the disease's realities into the show's storylines.
  • Harrison Ford's gut-wrenching Season 2 finale performance as a Parkinson's patient was a highlight, with Lawrence calling it 'one of the best things I've ever been a part of.'
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Bill Lawrence, Michael J. Fox, Harrison Ford, Apple TV+, Shrinking
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