Meg Ryan made her first public appearance in half a year to show support for Michael J. Fox ahead of the release of his new documentary focusing on his battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Ryan, 61, who has not been seen in public for about six months, attended a screening of Fox’s upcoming production, STILL: A Michael J. Fox Movie, according to the Daily Mirror.
The two friends were photographed together, looking happy, but some fans commented on Ryan’s new appearance, which some described as “unrecognizable.”
The Sleepless in Seattle star, who made her on-screen debut in Rich and Famous (1981), displayed an incredibly smooth complexion, reigniting rumors that she may have undergone plastic surgery, despite her previous denials.
Some online comments were critical of Meg’s new look, with users calling it “hideous” and advising against plastic surgery. Meg Ryan has previously addressed such rumors, saying she pays little attention to negative opinions about her appearance.
Despite the commentary on her appearance, Ryan seemed to be in good spirits as she attended the screening at the Alice Tully Hall in the Lincoln Center, New York. She posed for pictures with celebrities like Billy Murray and Elvis Costello on Michael J. Fox’s big night.
Michael J. Fox, known for his role in Back to the Future, is releasing a new documentary that focuses on his life in the three decades since his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis. He was first diagnosed at the age of 29 and has since become a leading advocate for Parkinson’s awareness and research.
In a recent emotional interview, Fox candidly talked about his ongoing battle with Parkinson’s, acknowledging that it was becoming more challenging. He also mentioned undergoing spinal surgery after a benign tumor was found on his spine, which affected his mobility.
Despite his health challenges, Fox remains optimistic, saying, “You don’t die from Parkinson’s. You die with Parkinson’s. I’ve been thinking about the mortality of it… I’m not gonna be 80. I’m not gonna be 80.”
The article also raises questions about whether people should have the right to comment on Meg Ryan’s appearance and make judgments about it, inviting readers to share their thoughts in the comments section while sending love and prayers to Michael J. Fox.