In a historic night that captivated music fans nationwide, Meridian native Jamal Roberts claimed the American Idol crown on Sunday, May 18, sparking an outpouring of celebrity reactions.

but each singer had to perform in front of millions of viewers. And that doesn’t include the wave of comments on social media. Even with Hudson having to work through her past on American Idol ...

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

For the uninitiated, Jennifer Hudson participated in American Idol in April 2004 ... She discovered Samone's performance video on Instagram and invited her to appear on her talk show in 2022.

I’m gonna say Jennifer Hudson." Her response showed the bond she formed with Hudson while working together as coaches on The Voice. Though they weren’t on American Idol at the same time ...

Celebrities including Jennifer Hudson, Anita Baker, Fantasia, and the "American Idol" judges congratulated ... Roberts gave a performance outside Meridian Town Hall that drew a crowd of 20,000.

The live finale of American Idol Season 23 begins at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on Sunday, May 18, and will run for three hours. Viewers will be able to cast their votes during the broadcast, and the winner ...