Roberts was named the season 23 winner of the singing competition show on Sunday, May 18 Jamal Roberts reveals his plans ...

Jamal Roberts was announced as the winner of “American Idol” Season 23. The 27-year-old physical education teacher from Meridian, Miss., beat out 18-year-old John Foster, a college student, from Addis ...

In a historic night that captivated music fans nationwide, Meridian native Jamal Roberts claimed the American Idol crown on Sunday, May 18, sparking an outpouring of celebrity reactions.

Carrie Underwood faced backlash online over her reaction to Jamal Roberts becoming the winner of ‘American Idol’ Season 23 ...

American Idol's season 23 finale started airing live on ABC on Sunday, May 18, 2025, and opened up with the Top 3 — Jamal Roberts, John Foster, and Breanna Nix singing We Are The World.

Sara Brewster, a third-grade teacher at Crestwood, has heard Roberts sing at school and church many times. She is sure he will win the show because "he can sing any song." "Jamal is funny," she said.

Jamal Roberts is in the "American Idol" Top 3 for Season 23. The finale airs soon, and you can help the Meridian, Mississippi, native win by casting your vote at home during the live show.