Michael Kutcher, verified facts Born: 7 February 1978, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The unexpected twin of actor Ashton Kutcher. Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy, diagnosed by age three, with neurological and developmental delays. Transplant: A life-saving heart transplant at thirteen, after being given weeks to live. Advocacy: Spokesperson for the Cerebral Palsy Foundation and advisor to Joshin. Donation: Organ donation advocate with Donate Life. Keynote: International keynote speaker for over 10 years.