Jamal Roberts Wins American Idol
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American Idol season 23 finale aired on May 18, 2025, and crowned a winner in Jamal Roberts. However, John Foster, who was the second in line, has gained immense popularity through his Idol journey, with almost half of America rooting for his win.
Mississippi native Jamal Roberts advanced to the Top 5 of "American Idol" Season 23. Roberts performed "Go the Distance" and "A Change is Gonna Come" on the May 11th episode. Viewers can vote for Roberts via text, the "American Idol" app, or the show's website.