The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center has named Iowa native Ashton Kutcher as the 2017 Robert D. Ray Pillar of Character Award recipient.

Kutcher will accept the award on April 8, 2017, at The Ray Center’s All-Star Evening in West Des Moines. An All-Star Evening is presented by Hy-Vee and benefits The Ray Center’s programs, including CHARACTER COUNTS!

This award is The Ray Center’s highest honor and is presented each spring to an individual who demonstrates good character as a role model and reflects former Gov. Robert D. Ray’s lifelong commitment to civility and character development. Past recipients include Norman Borlaug, Hayden Fry, Dan Gable, Fred Hoiberg, and Shawn Johnson. Read more about Kutcher and the Center in the Drake Newsroom.