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In an ironic twist of fate, the high-pitched voice that once caused Jordan Smith such teasing in his youth helped him win the coveted title of NBC’s “The Voice” on Tuesday night.
Smith, the Lee University student who hails from Harlan, Ky., won the Season 9 crown over finalists Emily Ann Roberts of Knoxville, Barrett Baber of Arkansas and Jeffery Austin of New York.
The 22-year-old choked back tears, hugged runner-up Emily Ann Roberts, then hugged coach Adam Levine when his named was called by host Carson Daly. He managed to keep it together long enough to sing a chorus of “Climb Every Mountain” before the show signed off.
As the Season 9 winner, he will receive a $100,000 and a recording contract. Also, each finalist was given their choice of a new Nissan.