Ted Williams and Daughter Exchange Accusations, Insults

Ted Williams and Daughter Exchange Accusations, Insults

In barely a week, Ted Williams has gone from random homeless man to national folk hero.

But might the shine be coming off the golden-voiced ex-con? His story is slowly devolving into Jerry Springer territory, as Williams and his daughter were detained by police this week for a hotel shouting match.

They've each now given dueling interviews to Entertainment Tonight, hurling accusations of cursing, scratching and drinking back and forth. As usual, the truth likely lies somewhere in between these versions of what went down between the relatives, but it's not encouraging either way.

See for yourself:


 Ted Williams Interview

Ted Williams: Headed to Rehab

Ted Williams: Headed to Rehab

A couple days after he was brought in to the police station, and just hours after the public watched him and his daughter spew allegations back and forth in separate interviews, Ted Williams has reportedly checked into rehab.

Few details are known at this time, Dr. Phil actually played a role in convincing the recently homeless man to check into a treatment facility.

"If Ted Williams is ever going to get better, he's got to be honest with himself and admit he's addicted to drugs and alcohol,” says McGraw. "I've told him it's not going to be easy and it's going to take a lot of hard work. It might be a long journey for him, but this is a big step in the right direction."

Ted Williams and Mother

Police were called to a Los Angeles hotel on Monday because Ted Williams and his daughter got into a verbal confrontation. The later has since claimed her father drinks heavily every night.

Ted Williams has owned up to a history of alcohol abuse and illegal activity. Such honesty has helped the nation rally behind this man with an incredible voice, but it's clear he still has a long way to go in his personal struggle.

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Ted Williams Voices Over Kraft Commercial

With Ted Williams making headlines and appearing on various morning shows all week, many companies have acted to get this homeless man on their team. Foremost among them: Kraft Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese.


 Ted Williams Kraft Commercial  Ted Williams Voices Over Kraft Commercial 

In the commercial below, Ted Williams concludes the spot by praising the meal's "cheesy noodles topped with golden brown breadcrumbs - you know you love it."

Ted Williams has also been hired by the Cleveland Cavaliers and will likely provide voice work for NFL Films. (THG)