Michael J. Fox tries to keep his sense of humour "intact" amid his Parkinson's battle even though it can be "hard" for him sometimes.

The 'Back to the Future' actor gave the update at the Michael J Fox Foundation's annual 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson’s' gala

Michael J. Fox admitted it is hard to maintain even his dark sense of humor during his Parkinson's battle, but he refuses to give in, working on keeping it "in tact."

Michael J. Fox, the beloved actor known for iconic roles in "Back to the Future" and "Family Ties," has been living with Parkinson's disease since he was diagnosed in 1991 at just 29 years old. For the first seven years after his diagnosis,

Michael J. Fox is one of those rare stars whose charm, wit, and kindness have made him beloved by so many. The actor, who brought us unforgettable characters like Marty McFly in Back to the Future, has always had a way of making us smile — even during the toughest times.

Michael J. Foxremains committed to prioritizing optimism — even during challenging times. At the annual A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson’s gala, hosted by the Michael J. Fox Foundation on Saturday,

Michael J. Fox admitted that maintaining his legendary dark sense of humor is actually a bit of work. The actor told People that it's "hard for me" but "I gotta keep it intact." Fox spoke to the outlet at his annual A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson's fundraiser Saturday.

The actor chatted with PEOPLE about using humor to cope while attending the Michael J. Fox Foundation's annual gala on Nov. 16