Dancing With the Stars winner and former All My Children star JR Martinez has earned widespread recognition, but now he’s helping shine a light on every day heroes.  Parade magazine caught up with Martinez and talked with him about being a presenter at the American Giving Awards (AGAs) on December 10.  The award show, recognizing local heroes, airs on NBC at 8 PM EST.

On the American Giving Awards.
"Anybody that knows me, knows that I'm all about helping and giving back, so for me to be asked to participate in this event is an honor. I love helping out good people who are doing good things."

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