"He was just speechless. I'm like, 'Eric, are you OK?' And he was just, like, in a daze, just amazed by everything. His mother describes Eric's reaction to seeing MJ on Broadway in November, capturing the profound impact the experience had on her son as he transitioned from audience member to performer."
"Well Eric, what a beautiful voice you have. I think you're amazing, I can't wait to see you on stage or the screen one day. Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba in Wicked, commented on Eric's viral video, offering encouragement and recognition of his talent to the young performer."
"He doesn't have any training. He's never had any singing training, acting training, like literally nothing. He sings at home, and that's it. Not even a talent show. Eric's mother explains that despite his lack of formal training, her son successfully auditioned and booked professional roles in film and theater."
Eric Wiltz, a 9-year-old from Houston, Texas, gained widespread attention after his mother posted a TikTok video of him singing "The Wizard and I" from Wicked. The video went viral with nearly 7 million views, earning praise from actress Cynthia Erivo. Following the viral moment, multiple agents contacted Eric's family, leading to auditions and opportunities. Despite having no formal training in singing or acting, Eric successfully booked roles including a part in a Tyler Perry movie and now tours nationally as young Michael Jackson in MJ the Musical. His journey demonstrates how social media exposure can create unexpected career opportunities for young performers.
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