CNN Video shows an update on Ted Williams, the homeless man with the golden voice. While it is a bit hammy in places, it gives us a glimpse of a real person going through real problems. I think the reason Ted's video went viral was because so many people can identify with him. A little rough around the edges, Ted Williams has captured our attention, and in some cases our hearts. Supporters have arranged for work for Ted, including a voice-over for Kraft Macaroni & Cheese.
The video above shows snippets of different interviews. Ted's mother joins him after nearly ten years of separation. She is blunt about her concerns that he will fall in with the wrong people and make similar mistakes. A take-no-crap-outta-anybody church lady, she is fearless and unwavering in her love for her son and her principles.
Williams does not have an easy road ahead. But we'll be watching, because you just can't help but root for the underdog. We all love to see a good person beat the odds and get a real chance at making it. For his sake and ours, I hope this opportunity leads to something bigger and better, and gives all of us a little bit of hope. And for his sake, I hope he doesn't make Mama mad.
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