For the first of season 23’s two Disney-themed nights, Roberts belted ... animated film Hercules. “Jamal said he’s a “lyrics guy” and he proves it every performance,” gushed one ...

Jamal Roberts ... visibly impressed throughout the performance, with Richie shouting, "Lord have mercy!" within the first few notes. The next night, Roberts went head-to-head with fellow ...

Jamal Roberts wants ... The singer brought the soul for his performance, as he skillfully sang lyrics about love. All three judges were on their feet after Roberts’ performance.

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

Reigning “American Idol” winner Jamal Roberts will perform live during the Bee More Summer Festival on June 14.

Jamal Roberts won “American Idol” after a season of impressing judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan, beating out John Foster and Breanna Nix.

Meridian-native Jamal Roberts is officially ... soulful performances. Sunday night, May 11, Roberts performed twice. In the first round, contestants performed Disney classics on Disneyland Resort ...

Bennie Thompson also celebrated Roberts' victory. Meridian native Jamal Roberts was crowned the next "American Idol" Sunday night ... Roberts gave a performance outside Meridian Town Hall that ...