“American Idol” Season 23 finally has its winner: Mississippi teacher and father Jamal Roberts. Being the second Black man to claim the “Idol” title in 22 years, the historical win was major to fans.

While everyone rose to a cheer as Roberts finished his final solo performance, 'Idol' fans were quick to notice how Underwood got up a bit late from her seat. One fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter), "I ...

Mississippi native Jamal Roberts wins 'American Idol,' becoming only the second Black male winner in the show's history.

Meridian native Jamal Roberts, winner of "American Idol" Season 23, will perform in Jackson, Alcorn State University ...

Jamal Roberts became the first African American man to win the singing competition since Ruben Studdard in 2003 ...

After the conclusion of season 23 of "American Idol," it's time to look back on previous winners and see how many actually ...

American Idol Season 23 Finale premiered on May 18, 2025. The three finalists, John Foster, Breanna Nix, and Jamal Roberts, performed during the finale ceremony.

The final three singers, Breanna Nix, John Foster and Jamal Roberts, duked it out for the title of Season 23 winner in the ...

The Mississippi native's performance of Anthony Hamilton's "Her Heart" won him the title.  He celebrated his victory on ...

According to 'American Idol' viewers, John Foster’s disappointed expression gave it away that he knew Jamal Roberts would be named the winner ...

Among the grand finale highlights was a performance by pop star Jessica Simpson, who returned to the stage after over a decade away and was joined by former contestant Josh King. Simpson performed her ...