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Who Is Jamal Roberts? 7 Facts About the Historic 'American Idol' Season 23 Winner
- Jamal Roberts was crowned the winner of American Idol season 23 on May 18, 2025, during the live finale held in the United States.
- Jamal Roberts, an elementary school PE instructor from Meridian, Mississippi, who previously took part in BET's gospel singing competition Sunday Best, auditioned twice before earning a spot on the show.
- He became the first African American male to claim the American Idol title in over two decades, delivering a powerful rendition of Anthony Hamilton’s "Her Heart" that resonated deeply with audiences.
- Roberts will receive $125,000 upfront plus an additional $100,000 after completing his debut album with Hollywood Records and expressed gratitude for singing for those who never gave up.
- His victory signifies a cultural milestone reflecting perseverance and inspires young Black singers, while runner-up John Foster and third-place Brenna Nix completed the finale’s top three.
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Jamal Roberts Becomes 1st Black Male American Idol Winner In 22 Years
Source: Mike Coppola / Getty On May 18, history was made on the American Idol stage as Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old father and P.E. teacher from Meridian, Mississippi, became the Season 23 champion. Read more about how he became the first Black man to win the competition in 22 years since Ruben Studdard. With his soulful voice and magnetic stage presence, Roberts not only beat out finalists Breanna Nix and John Foster but also became the first B…
Mississippi native Jamal Roberts wins American Idol - The Oxford Eagle
Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old physical education teacher from Meridian, has been crowned the winner of Season 23 of American Idol. His victory was announced during the live finale Sunday night, following a record-breaking 26 million viewer votes. Roberts’ journey to national stardom is as inspiring as his performances. A devoted father of three, he balanced his teaching duties at Crestwood Elementary School with his passion for music. His musical…
Jamal Roberts Is First Black Man To Win 'American Idol' Since Ruben Studdard 22 Years Ago
American Idol Season 23 came to an end Sunday on ABC when, after weeks of performances and nail-biting eliminations, the singing competition show named its newest winner. It was fan favorite Jamal Roberts who walked away with the crown. It’s the first time a Black man has won the singing competition show in 22 years, following Ruben Studdard’s win in 2003. Jamal Roberts, Breanna Nix and John Foster faced off during the emotional three-hour finale
Meridian Elementary Teacher Jamal Roberts Wins American Idol
Jamal Roberts, an elementary school teacher from Meridian, Mississippi, won the 23rd season of American Idol. The singer, whose style is inspired by soul music and gospel music from his upbringing in his family’s church, is the second winner from the Magnolia State in the singing competition’s 23-year history. The post Meridian Elementary Teacher Jamal Roberts Wins American Idol appeared first on Mississippi Free Press.
Jamal Roberts Makes History as First Black Man to Win American Idol in Over 20 Years - Because of Them We Can
He’s the first Black man to win the contest in two decades! When Jamal Roberts stepped onto the American Idol stage, he carried more than just his voice, he carried a legacy, a dream, and a community. On May 18, 2025, the 27-year-old physical education teacher from Meridian, Mississippi, made history as the first Black man to win American Idol since Ruben Studdard in 2003, The Economic Times reports. With his soul-stirring performance of Anthony…
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