Legendary New York Jock, Inspiration for Homeless Man/Announcer Ted Williams

Undoubtedly, you have seen the viral video of Ted Williams, a homeless man in Columbus, Ohio. Within hours, he became a media sensation.

Williams, for the few who haven’t seen the video or don’t know his story, was standing on the side of the road with the ubiquitous sign. However, this one said he’s a former radio announcer with the gift from God.

Williams, 53, pointed out that he was born and raised in Brooklyn (where his mother still lives). When he was 14, Williams got hooked on radio after visiting a station.

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