After three years in the Army and deployment to Iraq, this soldier, like many others, struggled to pay the bills and find a job. So “Pranking It Forward,” a charity campaign that does “pranks for good,” teamed up with “Extra” host Mario Lopez and first lady Michelle Obama to bring him the surprise of his life.

The veteran, identified only as Jon, thought he was walking into just another job interview. What unfolded was a series of life-changing opportunities.

Skip to minute six for the emotional reveal.

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