Amrek Wilson wins first ‘Lawton Has Talent’ show
21 local finalists performed at McMahon Memorial Auditorium in contest that raises money for Lawton’s International Festival
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Amrek Wilson won first place in the first “Lawton Has Talent” show, which started at 7 p.m. at McMahon Memorial Auditorium.
The contest
Twenty-one local finalists performed. They were picked from more than 50 people who auditioned.
The contest raises money for Lawton’s International Festival. The top three acts take home cash prizes.
The winners
Wilson took first place. Tommy Loving placed second, and E & T placed third.
Wilson reacts to the win
“It was really good because I didn’t really expect myself to be able to do that,” Wilson said. “I made a lot of really great people here and I thought they were super super talented and they had a really good time.”
“I really had a great experience here and with my friends I really appreciate that,” he said.
Wilson said he felt lucky to find the opportunity. With a push from his family and friends, he said he is grateful to be on that stage.
He also has new music on the way.
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