Williams tells his story of starting out as a radio announcer, but falling into alcohol and drugs. They took over his life and he lost everything. His family (nine kids—seven daughters and two sons), wife, home, job, everything.
Living in a tent, he finally decided he needed a change. He’s been two years clean.
In the aftermath of the viral video, thankfully captured and uploaded to YouTube, he’s been offered numerous jobs, including becoming the official voice for Kraft, an announcer for the Cleveland Cavaliers basketball team, and more. Quicken even called him up and gave him a fully-paid mortgage to buy a house or apartment.
Through it all, he’s repeatedly offering up his gratitude in these public interviews.
On the Today show, just a few days after being discovered, he was asked if he had a newfound appreciation for the homeless, to which he replied:
“Please don’t judge a book by its cover. Everybody has their own little story.”
Here are some videos chronicling the inspirational journey.
Recap on RT
Interview with Today Show
Interview with CBS