Who won American Idol 2025? This Mississippi PE teacher scripts history in Season 23
Jamal Roberts
from Meridian, Mississippi, was named as the
American Idol 2025 winner
during the grand finale. His emotional performances, soulful voice, and moving personal story captured the hearts of fans across the United States.
After a three-hour finale, which was packed with performances from season's top 14 contestants, host Ryan Seacrest made the announcement for the winner. Iconic musicians who were on the show last night included Patti LaBelle, Salt-N-Pepa, and The Goo Goo Dolls.
Who won American Idol 2025?
Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old Physical Education teacher from Meridian, won the Season 23 of the American Idol. His journey began with an unforgettable audition of Rick James'
Mary Jane,
which earned unanimous praise from judges
Lionel Richie
,
Luke Bryan
, and
Carrie Underwood
.
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Throughout the season, he continued to woo the audience and judges with his genre-bending choices in music. He has performed Teeks'
First Time
, The Temptations'
Just My Imagination
, and Tom Odell's
Heal.
Although he was up against audience-favourite country musicians John Foster and Breanna Nix, Roberts defied expectations. He blended soul, gospel, R&B, and even country music into his performances and carved a style of his own, stated a People report. Robers secured the title with a record-breaking 26 million votes.
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Jamal Roberts' humility resonates with Americans
As per the media reports, Roberts frequently opened up about his life as a father of three young daughters—Harmoni, Lyrik, and newborn Gianna. They even appeared on the show to support their dad.
Audience could relate to Roberts because of his devotion to his family, honesty about his struggles, and small-town roots. He was quoted in a report saying he was just a country boy from Mississippi chasing his dream. Roberts recounted how his ambitions were undermined by many.
Judge Carrie Underwood, praising his authenticity, said that he has an ability to make any song sound fresh, while Lionel Richie called him talented.
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Jamal Roberts stuns audience by singing Anthony Hamilton song
Roberts performed a stunning rendition of Anthony Hamilton's
Her Heart
in the grand finale after his crowning moment amid a confetti shower. He became the first male winner of African-American descent since Ruben Studdard won two decades ago.
Roberts now is walking away with $250,000 as cash prize, along with an opportunity to record with Hollywood Records/19 Recordings.
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Who won American Idol 2025?
Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old from Meridian, Mississippi, was crowned the winner of American Idol 2025.
What does the American Idol winner receive?
The grand prize winner gets a $250,000 cash award and a recording deal with Hollywood Records/19 Recordings.
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