Cole Jackson took the stage to accept his Grammy Award for Best Solo Artist. He held the Grammy up in his hand and beamed. “You all know my life is an open book thanks to my talented wife, Shannon, who told it so honestly and emotionally with her words. Thank you, my darling for freeing me from my past.
“I dedicate this to my friend, AJ, who is no longer with us. I love you, man. To Brad and Ted, thanks for everything, and to my incredibly talented stepson, Cameron.” Cole gestured toward Cameron in the audience. “This is as much yours as it is mine. Your magical fingers are in every single song on this album. And one day you will stand in this very spot, and I can’t wait.
“To my beautiful wife, Shannon, I love you with every fiber of my being. Thank you for believing in me and giving me your unconditional love. I wouldn’t be standing up here tonight if it wasn’t for you.”
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