Michael J. Fox Plays Guitar In 'Back To The Future' 'Johnny B. Goode' Reenactment (PHOTOS, VIDEO)

Marty McFly took Hill Valley High School by storm in 1955 when he pre-introduced its students to rock n' roll with a storming rendition of "Johnny B. Goode," and 26 years later, he's still rocking the tune.

Michael J. Fox, who traveled through time and alternate versions of the past and future as McFly in the beloved "Back to the Future" trilogy, hosted his annual charity benefit on Saturday night. Called A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Cure Parkinson's, the event in New York City featured plenty of big names and performances, but none of them could touch what Fox pulled off on stage.

Donning a red guitar identical to the one he "played" in the school dance scene in the first film -- he actually simulated playing the music, while real musicians did the actual performing for that movie -- Fox rocked the Chuck Berry classic for the crowd. According to the Daily Mail, Fox learned to play the song sometime after the first film and continues playing it today, impressing the world with his skill and determination.

Check out photos of the event below, as well as the original scene. To learn more about The Michael J. Fox Foundation For Parkinson's Research, click here.

PHOTOS (all via Getty):

Comments

[BMcCue7]

07:49 AM on 11/20/2011

I want that guitar! A cherry-red Gibson ES 335... I bet it's a real pleasure to play.

Michael J. Fox sounded like he was doing great, but I wish the sound quality of this video were a little better.

[Tydog1017]

02:16 PM on 11/18/2011

He is a truly remarkable example of the human spirit

[TooLooze]

10:08 AM on 11/16/2011

A brave and compassionate man. He rocks to help others while his detractor (Rush) shows his colors by attacking Chelsea Clinton.

[madjanssen]

10:04 AM on 11/16/2011

Best movie of my youth! Now I share it my daughter and she's just as enthralled. You're the best Michael!

[mttrailboss]

12:59 AM on 11/16/2011

Fun Video.. Brought back memories, great movie.. Mike in Montana

[outerbanksfor5]

08:28 PM on 11/15/2011

awesome ! bless his heart

[cognitogrrl]

06:51 PM on 11/15/2011

GOOD on ya, Michael!! One of my favorite stars of all time. Parkinson's may get you eventually but it will never win.

[memphis360]

06:51 PM on 11/15/2011

I still til this day enjoyed his character in The Light Of Day.

Michael J. Fox and Joan Jett = Awesomeness!!!!

[Wickywoo]

06:45 PM on 11/15/2011

Actually he really learned to play it for the movie. He was also running a lot of rhythmn guitar there, he might have been playing if he was having a good day.

Either way, no one will blame him for "lip syncing" :)

[JBT3618]

06:10 PM on 11/15/2011

Love this!! Go Michael Go!!

[EStreetShuffler]

04:30 PM on 11/15/2011

Actually got a little goose-bumpy there when he started the guitar solo.

Rock on Mr. Fox!

[BassguyGG]

03:14 PM on 11/15/2011

AWESOME!!! That is so cool that he learned to play the song. And he looks like he's doing real well too. I'm glad, I always liked him.

[karebear1965]

02:38 PM on 11/15/2011

His absolute awesomeness just continues to amaze me. What a truly wonderful human being.

[eedeer]

01:03 PM on 11/15/2011

Hope he makes this a yearly thing at his fund raiser for as long as he is able! What a guy!!

[MartinGillespie]

12:26 PM on 11/15/2011

Wow. Just wow.