Michael J. Fox Receives Honourary Degree

(andPOP) - Canadian-born Michael J. Fox received an honourary degree from the University of B.C this week.

The 46-year-old actor said it was an “incredible honour” to receive the honourary doctor of laws degree award.

“When I received the invitation, I thought, 'What were you thinking?' I have no experience of graduating from university or even graduating from high school,” said Fox jokingly, before adding: “This means a great deal to me, I'm deeply moved.”

Ten others, including Olympian Clara Hughes and architect Bing Thom, were also honoured during the six days of ceremonies between May 21 and May 28.

“It's humbling to find myself among such great people,” said Fox.

Fox has appeared in TV shows and movies, including “Family Ties,” “Spin City,” “Back to the Future” and “Bright Lights, Big City.” In 1999, Fox was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and has founded the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, which has raised more than $120 million toward Parkinson's research.