An online rumor claimed the Season 23 winner gave $500,000 to his former employer, a public school in Mississippi.

Meridian is welcoming Jamal Roberts home. Want to see him? The Mississippi man will sing June 31 in his hometown. Tickets are $25-35. What to know ...

Jamal Roberts has wowed music fans across the country with his performances on "American Idol," but what do people think in ...

Meridian native Jamal Roberts may be the newest "American Idol," but his newfound fame hasn't changed his humble, small-town ways. In fact, Roberts wasn't sure he even wanted to be on the show in the ...

Jamal Roberts of Meridian, Mississippi, is the new American Idol winner. What to know about the P.E. teacher who won Season ...

Jamal Roberts is a 27-year-old P.E. coach at Crestwood Elementary in Meridian. He is the latest winner of American Idol.

Meridian, Mississippi celebrated "American Idol" finalist Jamal Roberts with a parade and performance. Roberts, a physical education teacher, is praised for his genuine personality and impact on ...