Ted Golden Voice Williams

Ted “Golden Voice” Williams, born Theodore Fred Williams, is a prominent American announcer, radio personality, and voice-over artist hailing from Brooklyn, New York. His journey to fame has been a rollercoaster ride of triumph over adversity.

In the early 1980s, Williams first made waves as a late-night radio DJ on WVKO in Columbus, Ohio, garnering modest attention. However, his career took a downward spiral when he was dismissed in 1994 due to battles with alcoholism and drug abuse, leaving him homeless and adrift.

But fate took a turn in January 2011 when a viral YouTube video showcasing his golden voice reignited public interest. Suddenly inundated with job offers, Williams experienced a remarkable resurgence, marking his return to the limelight after nearly two decades. Co-authoring “A Golden Voice: How Faith, Hard Work, and Humility Brought Me from the Streets to Salvation” with Bret Witter, he shared his inspiring story of redemption.

Determined to give back, Williams founded the Ted Williams Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to aiding homeless shelters. His captivating voice also landed him noteworthy gigs, including being dubbed “The Golden Voice of Love” in a Kraft Mac & Cheese commercial and narrating the poignant film “Houseless,” shedding light on the harsh realities of homelessness.

Further solidifying his status, Williams lent his voice to Pepsi’s acclaimed “Joy of Pepsi” ad campaign in 2015, leaving an indelible mark on the advertising world with his unmistakable resonance. Through resilience, talent, and a commitment to helping others, Ted “Golden Voice” Williams has emerged as an emblem of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity.