It was a very competitive season 23 finale of “American Idol,” but in the end, a winner had to be decided out of the top 3 — John Foster, Breanna Nix, and Jamal Roberts.
SPOILERS WARNING: Do NOT continue reading if you don’t want to know who the finale winner is.
Nix came in third place, leaving fans to decide between Foster and Roberts. It was the biggest vote in “American Idol” history, with fans casting 26 million votes, which is double that of last year.
You’re 2025 “American Idol” winner is… Jamal Roberts!
So, here’s everything you need to know about the newest winner.
Who is Jamal Roberts?
Roberts is a 27-year-old gym teacher from Meridian, Mississippi.
“This is where I was born and raised,” Roberts said during his audition. “Everything is not peaches and cream. There’s a lot of crime and all that going on. Things are getting worse. People are scared to even open up their mouth because somebody’s going to point a gun at them because they said the wrong thing. Some days you don’t even want to come outside.”
“It could be a whole lot better than what it is,” he added. “So, I’m hoping that I can bring a little light to it.”
He has three daughters: Harmoni (6), Lyrik (4), and newborn Gianna Grace, who was born in April 2025, just days before his Top 8 performance. His two older daughters, Harmoni and Lyrik, were regulars throughout the show, supporting their father every step of the way.
Does Jamal Roberts Have a Wife?
While Roberts has been very open about his daughters and takes every opportunity to express his love for being a girl dad, very little is publicly known about his marital status or dating life.
Jamal Roberts Reacts to His Win On Instagram
After being named the winner, Roberts took to social media to express his gratitude.
“I’m still trying to process this… God is so good. 🙏🏾,” he wrote. “From my first step on that stage to this unbelievable moment, I never dreamed a kid from my hometown would one day be called American Idol. This journey has been bigger than me, and I’m so grateful for every person who believed in me when I was just chasing a dream.”
“Most of all, I hope my girls see this and know that with faith, hard work, and heart, anything is possible. To my city, my family, and everyone out there grinding for something greater, this is our victory,” he added. “Now, I get to make music with the best in the world and share my story. But this isn’t the end… it’s just the beginning. From the bottom of my heart…. THANK YOU! None of this happens without y’all. 💙#Idol#JamalRoberts#Mantasia#WeDidIt#FromHopeToHollywood#BlessedBeyondMeasure“
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Who Is Jamal Roberts? Does He Have a Wife?