Archie Williams, courtesy of America's Got Talent.
After being wrongfully convicted and spent 36 years in Angola, Archie Williams captured the hearts of fans and judges on America’s Got Talent in 2020. And Monday, Williams is competing in AGT All-Stars. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house after his memorable performance of “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me.”
“Elton John called me with tears in his eyes, and I actually at the time didn’t I didn’t know it was him until my family told me that was Elton John,” said Williams.
Williams also said that John is interested in performing a duet with him.
While in Angola, Williams watched AGT and dreamed of being a contestant. That dream came true and his amazing story of redemption after being imprisoned for more than half of his life bought about much-needed hope during the pandemic.
“If you keep the faith, it will work out. God has a purpose for all of our lives, that’s why we are right now today,” said Williams.
Williams’ life story and performance also inspired, the show’s most critical judge, Simon Cowell, to become a spokesperson for Innocence Project; the organization that helped free Williams. The Baton Rouge crooner is also focused on helping others who are wrongfully convicted.
“I’m trying to start a program where I can help guys who are innocent in prison,” said Williams.
You can watch him on Monday night’s America’s Got Talent on NBC.
Comments