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TODAY's Everyone Has a Story!

Broadway performer to sing an original song inspired by the winning essay

Do you have an amazing or inspiring life story? Do you think you can eloquently write about a life-changing experience you've had? If so, we'd like to hear your story! TODAY is looking for one exceptional story, with the prize being a paid trip to New York City for an original song —inspired by the winner’s essay — performed by a surprise Broadway performer.

TODAY's Everyone Has a Story
TODAY producers and talent will search for a viewer with a fascinating story starting August 25, 2008 and ending September 8. We are looking for a viewer who has submitted an essay on the following topic: An experience in your life that has become a part of your story. Your essay must be original (that is, written by you), must be a true story, typed legibly in the English language, and no more than 500 words in length.

Applications are no longer being accepted for this series. Watch TODAY for updates on the winning entry!