629. Michael J. Fox story
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- Опубликовано: 7 фев 2025
- My new Web site is: www.lelandskla.... My book "Everybody Loves Me" is there plus my BEARD T Shirts and high quality prints of my paintings and drawings.
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My PO Box is: Leland Sklar
PO Box 92316
600 Lincoln Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91109-9998
How thoughtful of you for such a moving gift to Michael J Fox..such a loving mindful gesture that he will treasure for a lifetime.
What a wonderful story. Thank you for doing this for him. He has always seemed to be a great guy and a wonderful advocate for Parkinsons research. Thank you!!!
What a wonderful gesture of kindness and consideration.
Boy…am I glad I have discovered your channel….you are definitely an American Treasure. Enjoying all your work over the years….Stay safe as you rock on.
Thanks for this story, Lee. Michael J. Fox holds a special place for thiose afflicted with Parkinson's (I'm one of them). He tirelessly fundraises and is helping doctors to find a cure. I'm so glad you gave him that gold record...he's done so much for our community. As I always say, "Having Parkinson's is like having a horrible hangover without the party". Thanks, Lee and I hope you tour with Judith and come to Nashville! I'll be front row center if you do (on my trusty scooter due to mobility issues). Mwah! Taryn
Sending my best wishes to you! ❤️
Great story Lee. Most people wouldn't give a gold record away so that shows us what a great guy you are. I myself like to give and make someone happy. We know it is a priceless feeling.
How wonderful this is. We are supporters of Michael's foundation as my hubby retired and was diagnosed with Parkinson's after more than 40 years on the graveyard shift as a Registered Nurse in emergency room and open heart. Those are the cards we've been dealt and we are rolling with it. Exercise, yoga, music, all important to keep him going.
We were on the way today to Phoenix for an appointment and all the Saguaro 🌵 were giving the "Leland salute", it's really cool to see them 🖕🖕🌵🌵
Be safe everyone 🤗 and have a fabulous rest of the day😉
What a lovely thing to do!
I've met MJF and he is a wonderful person - very personable.
These small acts of unexpected kindness make life so much more magical! What a beautiful and meaningful gesture, thank you for sharing this story. Michael is such a sweetheart! Another great lesson from this also is that we put our hearts and souls into our work and we never know the lives that will be profoundly touched by it. Can it be more magical? This is our God's given ability.
Hey there, Lee and all you fine folks!
What a wonderful story, thank you for sharing that with us. Such a loving gesture to give that to him.
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Another great story about a very good Canadian!! Thanks!
Ridiculously selfless dude. I'd do anything to hang with Lee and just take his vibe and stories in. Super cat!
I love this. I did a similar thing with my musical hero, film composer John Williams. I took two years away from my career as a side man to fulfill a bucket list dream and record a cinematic instrumental album called AD ALTA, back in 2016. Shortly after I finished it, John came to town to conduct the Nashville Symphony one night, and I had hoped to give him a copy of my record and shake his hand, just to say thank you for 4+ decades of inspiration.
Unfortunately I had just missed him, so I sent the album to his home with a letter of thanks. To my great surprise, he sent the cover back a few weeks later, with his autograph on it. I burst into tears… What a kind gesture by someone I’ve looked up to for so long!
Been enjoying your channel!
Great Story. Very Classy Leland..thanks for sharing. All the best stay safe.
I love Michael J Fox and I love James Taylor so I really appreciate your sharing this story!
Such a beautiful thing you did for Michael. You’re both amazing people. God Bless. 🙏😊
Leland, thank you for making this world a kinder and more loving place. You are amazing!
Lee, these video blogs are a treat. In themselves, they are meaningful. 😊
That was a beautiful thing to do, Leland. Meaningful for Michael, too.
You not only Rock as an insanely talented and very cool musician/artist, but you seriously Rock as a human being!!! You are Awesome Leland!!! Thank you for sharing your gift with the world!!!
That's got to be the best story I've heard in some time. Always figured Mr Fox to be a really good guy. We know Leland is too.
“They don’t make em like you anymore.” Pure CLASS and selflessness. Your day was made by making somebody else’s day. This was a thoughtful and kind gesture to MJF - one which I’m sure he cherishes deeper than any of us imagine. I hope this example of kindness rubs off on others.
Michael J. Fox...us Canadians couldn't be more proud of him!
Thats for sure!! He's one incredible guy!! 🇨🇦
I second that..MJF belonged to us before the world found him..y🇨🇦
Nice to know that Michael J Fox is as nice as he seems!
Hey Lee!! What s SUPER thing to do!! Thanks for the story!! It was such a cool things to do but I'm not surprised... you are the COOLEST!!!
You are just the sweetest guy! Thanks for sharing the story.
A very sweet story about two sweet guys.
Watching so many of your uploads recently from a year or so ago. Your such a humble person and love listening to you.
Leland, your such a wonderful person. Your also a great musician too.
What a wonderful story. Thanks for sharing, Lee.
Leland, you made my day with this story. Michael J Fox has brought so many people happiness, as you have done, Leland. Thank you for being you and for the things you do ❤.
You have a beautiful soul.
Just revisited this post. That was certainly a noble jesture and I'm glad you finally got an acknowledgement. How swell would it be if whomever gives out those records could replicate one for you. I shared your concern with parting with an important article not sure where it would end up. I have several regrettable donations which I made that went nowhere. I also shared part of my life with a person afflicted by Parkinson's and am glad that MJF and others get 1,000% more care and acceptance than one did years ago. Thankfully the days of lobotomy, forced est and other awful "treatments" are gone. Would love to see a cure in our lifetime.
Thanks For Sharing - MJ Fox & I overlap in age by just a few years. His TV series Family Ties and especially the BTTF Trilogy are at the top of my list for 1980's related TV/Films he did. When the original BTTF was in the theaters (1985) I was a senior in high school. I loved that Guess Blue Jean jacket he wore. So, I went out and got one. It cost $120 and I literally had to beg my parents to help me out with the cost. Reluctantly they did and I was ecstatic. I still have that jacket today! I haven't worn it in years. Memories like that are priceless. Your channel is built around them and I look forward to hearing yours.
Good evening ✨ ! Really enjoyed your Michael J Fox story. Sweet dreams 😴💤
I have known for a long time that You are the World's Pre-eminent Bassist NOT JUST because You're a Minstrel Level Player, but because You're a truly beautiful human being and all of the greatest Musicians want you around them for both reasons. ... Someday there will be a great Michael J. Fox BioPic and THIS story will be the BEST SCENE in that movie! ... you made me cry TWICE today (Dusty Hill), and I will always be eternally grateful to receive the Humanity that flows from you Mr. Sklar.
What a great story all around! Not surprising that there would be some connection there, you both exude positive energy and plain ol' fashion human decency. Thanks very much for sharing that story.
Evening Lee & all
Greetings from Epping, UK
Cheers Barry 🎸
I was in Epping last week! Decided to go around as much of the Tube as I could while I had a free day in London!
@@AidanMmusic96 I hope Epping didn’t disappoint
Hi Leland! Michael J Fox is one of my personal hero and I love the story and tell about him and him dealing with Parkinson Disease. Thank you for sharing!!
What a heartwarming story…it’s always a challenge out there, to get through the office, assistants, intern system..so many things end up in a dumpster..,so glad it worked out..:he seems like very decent guy. Thanks sharing..with him, and everyday with us. Stay safe🖕
So great !!!!!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Lee you are just the kindest!!!!!!!!! You have to know Michael appreciates it so much!!!!!!! Hang tough Mike if you read this. You are a true inspiration!!!!!
Lee, you are such a humble and generous soul. I'm so glad I found your channel and get to hear and see you sharing your stories and your music.
Beautiful Story.
The priest who baptized me and married my wife and I died of complications from Parkinson disease just a few years after our wedding. Your story brings back memories of how he used talk to me about how we all touch each others lives. Well done.
Lovely story. Thank you for sharing your story, and your music. Big Love :)
Great story, you're both heroes of mine, thanks for the share Lee.
Lee, your gold record would NEVER be left in a dumpster!!!!
This is why life is truly beautiful.
Thank you for sharing this episode of brightness 😎👍
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Love brother
Thanks for the heartwarming story. A very close friend has been battling Parkinson's for almost 15 years. Michael J. Fox is truly a hero.
:) So simple, the power of a thoughtful gift. It radiated through the rest of us. Thankyou.
I don't really believe in hero's much, but MJF is basically there. A wonderful story. All the very best Leland.
Thanks for that story I appreciate hearing about Mickeal as my dad passed away from parkingson
Leland thank you!!! Grateful to be in the universe of musicians with you!! We are blessed!! Thank you so much for what you do!!! Btw I don’t always like you but you are why we start in a garage!!! Love you sooo big!! Thanks again.
Great gesture on your part and great story, thank you for sharing!
Wouldn't it be amazing if we all did something like this, in our own way, for someone we wanted to honor, as Lee did. Sometimes the smallest gesture or action of thoughtfulness can create a great moment.
Thanks for the inspiring post, Leland! You're a brilliant musician and a great guy! 🎶🎵
This one brought me to tears bless your heart
Leland, pure class bro!
Great story Lee. Thank you for sharing. You are very kind to have done that. I'd like to share one relating to Michael J Fox foundation for Parkinson's. I played drums for most of my life until PD took that away from me at age 62....or so it thought! Not wanting to give up music, I worked with a music therapist and drum coach for a little over one year now and have regained about 70% of what I had lost in my ability to play. This is because when you play percussion, it lights up all of the neurons in the brain of which Parkinson's robs. I thought this was such an important medical finding that I reached out to the Michael J Fox foundation and asked them if they had any interest in doing a documentary on this. I was told that they didn't but if I wanted to make a donation, that would be welcomed to make one. I can't believe that I got that kind of response from them but I did. I'm sure that Michael knew nothing of this but wished that there were a way for him to know.
Great story sir. Lovely gesture. MJF was one of my first guitar heroes :)
thanks for sharing that wonderful story about JT gold LP and MJF. much love to MJF.
Una historia perfecta que define el alma de un hombre sensible y excepcional.
Gracias Lee.
A perfect story that define the soul of a sensible & exceptional man.
Thanks Lee
A wonderful thing you did for MJF. Here's a wonderful thing you do for me. Im going thru alot of medical testing and treatment most everyday and its not pleasant. While having it done I keep in mind when I get home I have your videos to listen to and it takes me to a place I enjoy and look forward to. Thank You Leland, each and everyday
Sending my best healing energy your way!
@@lelandsklar6363 Leland...that was an incredible random act of kindness for Michael J Fox..you put a tear in my eye, a smile on my face, and a song in my heart. One of my best friends and #1 musical collaboraters for 20 years, (I play 🎷) whom he was a singer/songwriter/guitarist and a giant James Taylor fan. Anyway, he passed away this year in his sleep at the young age of 45!!!! So anytime i hear something regarding JT, i always think of him. So hearing your MJF story warmed my heart sir. And then i watched your other video playing along to JTs version of Everyday by Buddy Holly. So cool! Thanks for all of your music, your hipness, and your kindness! You are one hell of a human being! Stay humble...it suits you to a T! ❤
This was a very nice story. Thank you for sharing it.
Always felt a solidarity with Michael J Fox, the first time I noticed his way of crossing the room on TV in Family Ties. 💖 Not alone.
Great story Lee, well done to you. I've a book of German children's songs I have been meaning to mail to my aunt in the States for ages. This has given me the kick I needed! 😄
What a gracious story..Thanks for sharing Lee..Uplifting..
Thanks for the memories, how bout some on all those award shows you played on 🎶
Nice story. And very gracious of you to give up that record to Michael.
You are good man Mr Sklar.
A really cool story. Michael is a cool Canadian guy.
You have a heart of gold, Lee. Your gesture probably made so much difference in his struggles. Good for you!
Sir, you are so personable, humble and down to earth. Wonderful thing you did for my fellow Canadian Michael J Fox. You are an awesome human being man. 💖👊🤘🎸 I love listening to you play and equally love your stories of events in your life. Thank you so much for sharing.
Great story. Many a summer night spent at Universal watching you guys. I also recall seeing a JT show after they had enclosed (and renamed) that venue and installed big screens beside the stage, and I recall that James seems a bit dismayed to be looking out at the crowd, only to see them watching the big TVs. Surreal. Thanks again for the story. Keep 'em coming.
Evening Leland.
Great program.Thankyou
What a great thing to do. You are a good man.
You are so incredibly kind. Thanks for the story!
This is so lovely and shows again, what a lovely and caretakin man you are. Thank you for sharing and makin this world a better place constantLee.
Great story. Thank you.
What a lovely gesture on your part, Lee!
Wonderful gesture one I'm sure he appreciates in his continued fight against Parkinson's
Very touching memory, thanks Lee. Over the last 10 years I have been continuing the PD support group Mom started when she was diagnosed back in the '90s; so proud of Michael J Fox for the research his foundation has funded and the public awareness he has helped create... 🙏❤️✊
Hi Leland that story is great.it sounds like you made his day what a nice thing you did.love your videos never miss one though I never comment but this one made me.
Your a good man Leland !
Great story and a testament to both characters. Music is a healer!
Wonderful story. You’re a good man, Lee. I witnessed my uncle suffer with P for decades. It’s very difficult, for everyone. Your kindness is appreciated. 👊🏼
What a great story and how generous of you!👏
Lovely Story. Cheers from Portugal 🇵🇹
My favorite bass player and my favorite actor. As a drummer, I would love to jam with you. Jeff Porcaro was my biggest influence.
What a thoughtful thing to do.
What a beautiful story, with a lovely conclusion. What a man he is. Thanks for sharing this, Lee.
Great story! I was a close friend to Hal Blaine during his last twenty plus years with us ... and I recall anytime your name came up in our conversation ... he always had good things to say about you. You're doing here what I begged Hal to do for years, sit in front of a camera and talk memories. Besides all that he told me that wasn't in his book, we both know he had volumes of great stories to tell.
Another great story...
Great story Lee. Thanks for sharing.
Hey Lee, Nice!!
Great story Lee. I had a similar situation, although in my case, there was a much sadder ending. I was friends with a musician named Mark Linkous, who made records under the name Spaklehorse. One time when I was cleaning out an apartment, I found a little electric reed organ, which had a sound that I felt would fit in perfectly with the type of sounds Mark liked to use on his records. I gave it to a mutual friend, who passed it on to Mark. I never heard anything for a while, before tragedy struck and he took his own life in 2010. I still wonder where that little organ ended up.
Hi Lee. Love from Gulf Shores, Alabama 🕊