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 ...

BUT, LONG BEFORE THE SPOTLIGHT AND THE SCREAMING CROWDS THAT ENDING STANDING OVATION--- JAMAL ROBERTS HAS BEEN A MAN OF FAITH ...

Each year, the influential show “American Idol” airs a new season that hooks thousands of people worldwide to allow the ...

Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old physical education teacher from Meridian, Mississippi, with gospel roots, was crowned the winner ...

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

Why 26 million Americans crowned Jamal Roberts their Idol winner in a season that redefined what it means to be a music star.

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 ...