Ted Williams, the homeless man with the golden radio voice, got a shot at doing top-level voice-over work – and lended his dulcet tones to this morning’s show.
Read the full story about his appearance on TODAY.
Matt and Meredith were thrilled to be in Williams' company.
"If you need proof that life in this country can change overnight, look no further than Ted Williams," Matt said.
And it was a "dream come true" for Williams as well. "I've watched the TODAY show religiously, ever since I was a kid," he said.
Watch the full interviews below:
Panhandling only days before appearing on TODAY, Ted Williams expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support he's received since becoming a YouTube sensation, and says he's found "a new sense of spirituality."
Ted Williams, the homeless man-turned-YouTube sensation, opens up about battling his addiction to crack after hearing TODAY's Al Roker read an encouraging statement from Williams' mother.
Ted Williams talks to TODAY's Ann Curry and Al Roker about all the offers to do voice-over work he's had since becoming a viral-video sensation.
Read more stories about Ted Williams:
- ‘Golden-voiced’ homeless man lands dream job, house
- Watch the video that launched Williams to fame
- Golden-voiced homeless man: This time I have God


What a wonderful, heart-warming story. I first saw Mr. Williams on line and was taken not only with his amazing voice, but also with the warmth and kindness which resonated from within him.
I wish him all the best and will pray for his continued success with sobriety and his career.
God bless all who have the means and will to help this gentleman.
I have been so moved by Ted William's story, and today is no exception. I shed tears of pride and joy from his story of survival and turn around. All along he remained a gentleman and was truly sorry for crimes he had commited in the darkest days of his life.
Ted Williams proves, that with faith and determination, anything is possible. G-D bless Ted Williams.
Thank you
AMEN Luara, God has turned my life around NEVER lose FAITH OR HOPE.
I praise God for the victory!! Mr. Ted Williams, you are an amazing man with a God-given voice, as you have stated. I'm so happy for you and have no doubt that God is going to do a mighty work in your life because you acknowledged that your gifts come from Him. So many doors are opening for you that you will not have room enough to receive all the blessings He has in store for you. Please remember to keep Him first in all that you do. No matter how many offers you get, pray about them so that He will guide you to make the right decisions and I promise you that you won't go wrong. Don't ever get too high that you leave Him behind. May God continue to bless you, your mom and your family!! Please let us know whenever you position yourself to get a website so that we can keep up with your progress. Stay blessed and highly favored.
Anita F. Curtis
AMEN Anita.May God bless us all.
This is a wonderful story unfolding before us. But I have a question, has anyone asked Ted to sing a song?
I am so touched by this story and that people do find their way amongst the roads of life. It does sadden me at the thought that you took him away at the airport and denied him a meeting with his mother after over 10 years that another media network had set up. You cared more about having the story on your network than the look on his mothers face when he was not there to reunite.
I have been following this story since it broke and it is just a truly wonderful story. Just now as I watched I found myself grinning from ear to ear because I am so happy for him. I wish him the best and truly hope all this new found fame works out for him. He is an inspiration to all to show it's never to late to change your life for the better. God Bless.
President Obama should have saved his first phone call, for Ted Williams, not Michael Vick! Mr. Williams truly appreciates all that is being done for him. God Bless
Mr. Williams: Not only do you have a Golden Voice, but you also have a Golden Heart!! Bless you, Dawn
I was impressed until he blew his mother off at the airport after making such a big deal about seeing her. Guess money and fame are more important than family. What a shame. Not getting off to a great start rebuilding his life if he is trampling on the feelings on his 92 year old mother.
I was so amazed and blown away by this man and gods hands at work that I LITERALLY forgot where my son was! I had placed him in his highchair to give him breakfast and while i made breakfast...then i remembered Ted would be on the show today so i hurried and turned it on and i just caught it in time and sat on the couch. i cried i was so happy for him..afterwards i looked around and couldnt remember where my son was i freeeeaaakkkked out! AND there he was sitting silently in his chair watchin the tv also...i think he was mesmerized also by ted..lol he is only 7 1/2 months old...god bless ted and i really pray to the lord u stay on the right track and take gods blessing and do wat he wants u to do w/ it. also make ur mother proud! also ur children and grandchildren...they need u! with love, falesha!
This is an awesome story!! It is so great what everyone has done for Mr. Williams. He seems so warm and caring, and he is so greatful. I hope all goes well for him. He has been given a second chance for life and I hope he cherishes what he has been given. Mr. Williams, you have an amazing heart and outlook on life. I have been smiling since I have seen you on the Today show and the news! I hope you enjoy your new life. I love your voice, but I also love your personality. I wish you the best!
It is so refreshing to see Mr. Williams emotions, unscripted and natural! He is obviously a blessed person who is now in a position to make new, better choices, in a new life. I very much hope you get these many amazing comments of support from so many people, and read them when you need them.
You are inspiring and provide strength to all of us having problems in our own lives every day.
Please remember what Al and Ann said--it is crazy right now. Everyone wants a piece of you because you are valuable and have something to offer. God bless and be with you always!
~Heather
Ted,
Christ be with you. I am praying for your continued recovery. I don't knw what your beliefs are
but God is looking after you.
Jim
The interview this morning on the Today show about Ted Williams was so beautiful,I got chills and teary eyed watching Al and Ann interview him. It was so real and emotional. I felt so much happiness fot Ted Williams in that interview. I wish him nothing but happy healthy life. Thank God for second chances :)
Your story is one of hope for many people I will think of you often while you are on this journey. When you have those moments when you feel that you can't go on and that you may fall. Remember that there are many people out there who will carry you through with there hearts. I don't usually write on a blog but you have moved me in such away I felt compelled to tell you open this gift and share it with many.
The interview this morning about Ted Williams was touching.
WOW!!! Thank you so much for airing this clip!! It is truly an inspiration. I'm so happy for him it brought me to tears. It just goes to show it's not what you know, but WHO you know. Truly this was a God hook-up. I'm praying for my turn as I've been trying to get into voice-over work for years. Keeping you in my prayers Mr. Williams. Congratulations to you and your family. Please spend as much time as you can with your mom. I lost mine suddenly, here one day and gone the next.
Ted Williams you have opened so many eyes you have shown people anything is possible and hard work goes a long way along with never giving up, You truly did just that. You have a big heart and deserve all of the blessings that come your way!
Never have I been so touched by something so miraculous, so close to home..God bless you Ted, I am so happy for You. I feel like I know you already..by the spirit of God....Remember the Lord thy God for it is He that Gives us the Power to get Wealth.....God Bless you in all Your future endeavors and encounters.
Mr. Williams story is such a wonderful and heartwarming story, it gives me chills every time I hear it. But, someone, please, please get him together with advisers. He has won the life lottery, now he needs people who will teach him how to handle it. The Today Show should hook him up with people who can guide him and teach him how to handle this fame he is receiving.
God bless you and be with you guiding your footsteps.
This is the best story ever--what an uplifting and positive story. I have never witnessed a more REAL person; WE are the ones who are blessed by meeting this man. I hope he stays the person that he is and has loads of success in his new life. In this time of worshiping and idolizing the wrong kinds of people, it makes me realize that Ted is the kind of person we should look up to--he knows what he was, where he went wrong, is taking full responsibility for the things that have happened to him, and is so grateful for the opportunities that are being afforded him. Take his voice away (which is so amazing), and you still have the person and I think we can all see what a wonderful person that is. God Bless You, Ted!
I agree that the President should call him. The President didn't call michael vick, he call the owner of the team.
To GOD be the GLORY, I have been there, and I know he is watched over every day. The one who first helped him in this, was a instrument of the almighty.
Shame on today or whom ever went to get a statement from his mom! The internet and the public need to give this man some time and space to process this new success. Also, let the man see his mom. God bless you Ted. You truley inspire me. I believe God has brought you through all these valleys just for this very purpose. You inspire the nation.. Thank you for not giving up!
GOD IS ABLE!...What a miraculos story. Ted it was no accident that You were in the right place and right time. God knows your end before your beginning...He knows your heart and remembered the prayers and the sincereness you have, He's seen the seeds you have sown intears, giving,and repentnce, and now He is rewarding you OPENLY!!!...I shall remember the LORD thy GOD for it is HE that gives us POWER to get wealth..GOd bless you TED in all your future endeavors and encounters, He was there all the time and HE will be there all the time...If You should make a mistake, repent and get back up...A righteous man fall 7 times and still gets back up...Remember PROVERBS 23:8.
What a heartwarming story but most of all, I was so touched by the outpouring God's love shown by Matt, Meredith, Ann and Al.
We never know what each day brings and all of us could be one paycheck away from being homeless.
Be blessed.