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Harrison Ford has been making headlines again this week, and not always for the reasons fans would hope. According to Entertainment Weekly and Variety, the 82-year-old legend had to withdraw as a presenter from the upcoming 2025 Academy Awards after being diagnosed with shingles just days before the telecast. That news turned the Oscars conversation bittersweet, with many expressing disappointment but also relief that Ford is reportedly in good spirits and recovering at home. His scheduled spot at the ceremony was highly anticipated, especially after his lively public appearance at the Screen Actors Guild Awards earlier this month, where he shared jokes and a warm moment with Jessica Williams, his co-star on Apple TV Plus’ hit dramedy Shrinking.
Speaking of Shrinking, Ford’s name has stayed hot across entertainment circles thanks to strong fan and critical buzz for the show. Michael J. Fox, himself returning to acting after retirement, told People and Entertainment Now this week that Ford was "protective" and "brilliant" during Fox’s run as a guest star in Season Three. That real-life camaraderie got tons of praise on social media, with both stars lauded for their authenticity, and Fox sharing how Ford made his return to acting meaningful and comfortable. Adding to this, Shrinking is set for a new season debut early next year, so Ford’s visibility is not going anywhere for a while.
Ford and his wife Calista Flockhart turned heads at the recent Emmy Awards, arriving in coordinated black-and-white and putting to rest any chatter about his health at the time. Ford had been nominated for his role in Shrinking, and the couple’s appearance was well covered by Just Jared and other outlets, with Ford reportedly looking relaxed and fully engaged with fellow nominees and Apple TV brass.
In business circles, the premiere of Working Girl: The Musical in La Jolla—with Ford’s original big screen role inspiring new stage buzz—sparked nostalgia and comparisons all over Broadway World and social media, as critics debated whether the show does justice to Ford’s iconic Jack Trainer.
There has also been renewed chatter following a viral video clip as Ford appeared on The View, snapping at Whoopi Goldberg mid-interview. The moment, widely discussed on YouTube, fueled speculation about Ford’s patience for daytime talk drama, though friends say it was all in good fun. Elsewhere, Ford’s candid memory of being told he had "no future in the business" by a Hollywood exec decades ago was a hot item thanks to a new feature in Variety, proving the actor’s aura of perseverance continues to resonate across generations.
On the personal front, Ford’s willingness to speak openly about political topics got another round of mentions as outlets like AOL highlighted his recent comments blasting former President Trump’s approach as the "world goes to hell." The star’s willingness to wade into national dialogue, even at 82, keeps him relevant and never far from a headline.
Overall, while his temporary Oscars absence was the biggest story this week, Ford’s sage advice, friendly rivalry with fellow stars, family support, and ongoing dedication to the craft remain the threads tying his narrative together as Hollywood’s most enduring and outspoken leading man.
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