New Delhi : As the 23rd season of American Idol comes to a close, the thrilling race between the top two contestants, John Foster and Jamal Roberts, had fans eagerly waiting to find out who would take home the crown.
Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old physical education teacher from Meridian, Mississippi, has officially been crowned the winner of American Idol 2025.
The top three contestants — Breanna Nix, John Foster, and Roberts had less than three hours to gather votes following their performances. In the lead-up to the finale, they also visited their respective hometowns as part of the American Idol tradition.
What Does Roberts Take Home?
The father of three daughters walks away with $125,000 initially, plus an additional $100,000 upon completion of a full studio album — totaling $250,000. According to a report by Newsweek, the winner also receives a record deal with Hollywood Records.
The grand finale featured group performances with the season’s Top 14 contestants. The show opened with a rousing rendition of Queen’s “We Are the Champions.”
The Top 3 also performed alongside major music stars including Brandon Lake, Goo Goo Dolls, Good Charlotte, Jennifer Holliday, Jessica Simpson, Josh Groban, Kirk Franklin, Myles Smith, Patti LaBelle, and Salt-N-Pepa.
