LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) – Music, laughter, and small-town pride filled the streets of downtown LaFayette, Georgia, as the community gathered for a watch party celebrating local country artist Channing Wilson.
Wilson’s journey is being featured on The Road, a new CBS series that follows musicians across the country chasing their dreams.
Among those celebrating was Chris Davis, LaFayette City Council member and Wilson’s best friend.
“Watching him go from the high school dance, singing when he was graduating, to going to the small concerts, to where he’s at now, it’s just great,” Davis said. “Seeing it all come together is just wonderful.”
Wilson’s wife, Kristi Wilson, stood proudly among the crowd, reflecting on what this moment means for their family.
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