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Actors Michael J. Fox, Steven Weber to Play in June 1st Pro-Am at The Principal Charity Classic

Fox and Weber Return for a Second Year at the Tournament

(West Des Moines, Iowa) – The Principal Charity Classic presented by Wells Fargo brings more than PGA Champions Tour professionals and fans to the Des Moines area. This year, the tournament will also draw actor, author and speaker Michael J. Fox, along with actor Steven Weber. Both celebrities will play in The Principal Charity Classic Pro-Am on Wednesday, June 1, at Glen Oaks Country Club in West Des Moines, Iowa.

“The Principal Charity Classic is more than a golf tournament. It’s an exciting event for the whole community,” said Jamie Alt, Tournament Director, The Principal Charity Classic. “The addition of Michael J. Fox and Steven Weber makes the tournament even more thrilling. We’re very much looking forward to their participation in the Pro-Am.”

This is Fox’s second appearance at The Principal Charity Classic Pro-Am; he also played in the 2009 Pro-Am. Despite his busy schedule—his primary focus is The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, and he remains committed to his acting and writing careers—Fox says golf has turned into a big part of his life.

“I’ve come to just love the game,” Fox said. When he plays with the pros, “it’s great to just be out there and see these guys play and have a front row seat. The way I justify taking up the space is that I think folks who have physical challenges may feel better about taking a shot, taking a risk. I think it’s worth it.”

Actor Steven Weber is also a returning guest at The Principal Charity Classic Pro-Am after playing in last year’s event. Weber starred in several popular television series, including “Wings,” “Once and Again” and “Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip.” His diverse career includes hit movies, Broadway plays and screenwriting. Weber also has a direct tie to The Principal. He has been the voice of the company’s television commercials for the last six years.

The Principal Charity Classic Pro-Am is open to the public, and fans are encouraged to attend. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at www.principalcharityclassic.com or by calling the tournament office at (515) 279-4653. Children 15 and under are admitted free with a ticketed adult.

About The Principal Charity Classic

The Principal Charity Classic presented by Wells Fargo brings the PGA Champions Tour pro golf tournament to Des Moines. Voted the No. 1 stop by Champions Tour professionals, the tournament will be played at Glen Oaks Country Club in West Des Moines, Iowa, June 1 – June 5, 2011. Over the last four years, the tournament has raised $2.3 million for local children’s charities. In addition, according to a recent Iowa State University study, the tournament brings $20.8 million in direct economic impact to the to the Greater Des Moines area.

Hosted by the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, funds raised through the event will benefit FORE Our Kids, a group of five select charities that support Iowa’s children: Blank Children’s Hospital; Bravo Greater Des Moines; Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines; United Way of Central Iowa; and Variety, The Children’s Charity of Iowa.

To benefit even more central Iowa kids, The Principal Charity Classic sponsors Birdies for Charity, an additional fundraising effort to supplement tournament-generated proceeds. One hundred percent of the funds generated through Birdies for Charity will go to participating charities. For more information on the charities and the tournament, visit www.principalcharityclassic.com.

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