Donald Gould’s life suddenly went from despair to optimism. Homeless and struggling with addiction, Gould found solace by playing the piano on the streets of Florida. A video of his performance went viral, accumulating over 45 million views on YouTube.
Since then, his life has dramatically changed. You won’t believe your eyes when you see what he looks like and how he is living now.
Donald Gould’s life suddenly went from despair to optimism. Homeless and struggling with addiction, Gould, a former Marine and music theory student, sought refuge by playing the piano on the streets of Florida.
Passersby were captivated by his extraordinary talent, and a video of his performance went viral, accumulating over 45 million views on YouTube.
After hearing about Gould’s difficult story, someone started a GoFundMe campaign, which raised over $40,000. He used the funds to undergo therapy, thus beginning his path to healing.
Thanks to therapy, he was able to regain control of his life and his love for music. Gould’s story is a powerful reminder of life’s unpredictability, as well as the possibility of redemption and renewal. His incredible talent and the compassion of strangers gave him a second chance at life, inspiring many people throughout his journey.
Donald Gould (also known as the “homeless pianist”) is in the studio working on his second studio album, Sunset, set for release in 2024. Here is Donald’s unique piano rendition of one of The Beatles’ greatest songs.
