Jamal Roberts American Idol Winner — The third time truly was the charm for Jamal Roberts.
After two earlier attempts, once told he was too young and another time caught unprepared for a second song, Jamal finally took center stage and triumphed.
Sunday night, Jamal Roberts stood proudly on the American Idol stage, basking in the confetti shower that celebrates the winner. At 27, hailing from Meridian, Mississippi, he bested country singer John Foster, who finished second, and Breanna Nix, the third-place contestant eliminated during the finale.
In clinching the crown, Jamal Roberts American Idol Winner became the first Black male to win since Ruben Studdard’s victory 22 years ago.
Jamal Roberts American Idol Winner: A Journey of Determination
Despite past Idol setbacks, Jamal came into Season 23 with valuable experience, having previously competed on BET’s gospel competition Sunday Best. He made it to the Top 20 in 2019, then returned at 22 to finish in the Top 3, demonstrating his persistence. His single “He’s Preparing Me” followed that season.
Jamal credits his grandparents for nurturing his vocal talents, and before Idol, he worked as a physical education teacher at Crestwood Elementary School in Meridian. His heartfelt homecoming was featured in Sunday’s episode, with one student lovingly declaring, “He’s better than Usher, better than Mariah Carey, better than everybody.”
Though comparisons to Usher or Mariah Carey may be subjective, fans unanimously agree that Jamal Roberts American Idol Winner earned his spot as Season 23’s best performer.
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