Todd Tilghman


Todd Tilghman of Meridian, Mississippi, is a pastor best known as the winner of the 18th season of American series The Voice. He has the distinction of being the first artist to be aired that season and the first artist to be aired as being unanimously selected by the judges. He decided to compete in the team coached by Blake Shelton, proving to do the expected. His voice took him straight to the winners circle. At age 42, he became the oldest winner in the series history, a record previously held by Josh Kaufman.

Personal life

Tilghman has been singing in church since he was eight years old. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Brooke, and is the father of eight children. Since 2011, he has been the lead pastor of Cornerstone Church in Meridian.
Tilghman's eldest son, Eagan Tilghman, was a contestant on NBC's Making It.

''The Voice''

Awards and recognition

On May 23, 2020 an entire advertising section of the Meridian Star was devoted to him. It includes tributes by various local businesses, colleges and individuals including Meridian native Sela Ward.
A drive-thru parade honoring Tilghman was scheduled for Thursday evening, May 28, 2020. The parade begins at the Meridian Police Department on 22nd Avenue where participates driving vehicles with decorations honoring his win on "The Voice" drive toward Dumont Plaza, where Tilghman and his family will be stationed. The event is hosted by the East Mississippi Business Development Corporation, Visit Meridian, and the City of Meridian.

Discography

Singles