For context, Roberts and his three daughters -- who are from Meridian, Miss. --received a key to the city of Atmore, Ala.

Jamal Roberts, a physical education teacher from Mississippi, made history by winning the 23rd season of American Idol, becoming the first black man to claim the title in 22 years. Garnering 26 ...

Jamal Roberts was crowned the season 23 winner of American Idol.His road to victory was, of course, nowhere near easy, but he wowed the judges during his audition when he sang Rick James ...

When Ryan Seacrest announced “The winner of American Idol is… JAMAL ROBERTS!” on Sunday night, it wasn’t just another coronation moment in the long-running show’s history. It was the ...

Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old PE teacher from Meridian, Mississippi, won season 23 of "American Idol." Here are more facts about the 2025 winner.

Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old P.E. coach at Crestwood Elementary in Meridian, is the second Mississippian to win "American Idol." ...

Mississippi P.E. teacher Jamal Roberts is an "American Idol." John Foster and Breanna Nix were the runnersup, with Roberts crowned the Season 23 winner in a May 18 finale. With his win, 27-year ...

American Idol 2025 has named its season 23 winner, Jamal Roberts. Familiar for his rich vocals and compelling background, Roberts had audiences spellbound throughout the season.

Jamal Roberts made history on May 18, 2025, when he clinched the American Idol title, becoming the first black male winner since Ruben Studdard’s victory in 2003.

American Idol 2025 has named its season 23 winner, Jamal Roberts. Familiar for his rich vocals and compelling background, Roberts had audiences spellbound throughout the season.