Caitlyn Jenner Receiving 'Champion of Israel' and LGBTQ Award

Caitlyn Jenner is being recognized as a "cultural icon" and "foremost exponents of LGBTQ rights," and also for her support of the State of Israel.

Rabbi Shmuley Boteach will be presenting Jenner with the "Champion of Israel" and "LGBTQ Rights Award" at the sixth Annual World Values Network Champions of Jewish Values Awards Gala.

Jenner is not Jewish, but according to the World Values Network, is a "great friend of the Jewish people and Israel" and "widely considered the most famous openly transgender woman on Earth."

Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, who hails himself as "America's Rabbi," will present the award March 8 at The Plaza Hotel.