Remember Ted Williams? The homeless man whose Golden Voice earned him a ticket first to the Willy Wonka world of Internet celebrity (and then “real-world” celebrity)? We followed him breathlessly for a whole week, from his first steps into Mac ’n’ Cheese voiceovers, to the house and job offer from the Cavs, and then waved goodbye tearfully through his downfall into police altercation, and entry into rehab.
Well, he’s back. And this time with a reality show.
According to TMZ, the show will be called Second Chances at Life (for obvious reasons).
The show will be shot in three different locations: Brooklyn (his hometown), Ohio (where he was homeless), and Los Angeles … where he’s been hanging out at expensive restaurants.
The show producers have even started planning a second season, set to feature other people who “deserve a second chance.” Great, right? Headline: “Nice Guy With Nice Voice Gets TV Show.” Given the rest of the TV drivel out there, this isn’t so bad by comparison. Right?
So why am I so sad?
As a journalist, I’m often told that we don’t report enough good news. Being able to help break the Ted Williams story was a welcome relief. But now that the honeymoon period’s over, this feels less like good news and more like vacuous exploitation. Even Williams himself admitted to being overwhelmed by the sudden fame, a vulnerability that’s prime stomping ground for anyone looking to take advantage. For that reason (sorry, Ted) I don’t think I’ll be watching Second Chances at Life when it airs.
How about you, readers? Will you tune in?
Mr.Ted ,I wish you the very best…You literally have the world at your fingertips…..TAKE IT MAN !!!! stay straight and take it man !! Do you know how many of us would like to have the opportunity that you have ? Best of luck man..Think about what I say..God Bless ya …….Eddie
Yes em gonna watch!!! I can’t wait for him to prove everyone wrong!! Everyone deserves A second chance at life!! I think all these blessings are happening to him for a reason. Once Mr Willams excepted the LORD in his life things for him began to fall into place. God is so good!! Keep on Keep on my BROTHA!!
What happens to this guy is none of our business; who are we to judge, criticize or cheer? He should not be made into a one-man soap opera, or – even worse – a reality show. C’mon. I feel as though we are eavesdropping when we watch a video of his reunion with his mother… he is being paid to open himself and his soul to the public. Whatever happened to privacy and respect? Shame on us.
… I Wish him well in his Sobriety and his remaining Fifteen minutes of Fame.
Helping out others on a TV show will mean Line – ups of DeadBeats
wanting to Sing & Dance their Grubby little way into your Heart.