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 ...

Meridian, Mississippi native Jamal Roberts was named the winner of American Idol Season 23. His soulful voice and powerful vocal range captivated both the judges — Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and ...

Meridian, Mississippi native Jamal Roberts won season 23 of "American Idol." Roberts, a former P.E. teacher, was hesitant to audition but his manager convinced him. Despite his newfound fame ...