Want to see 'American Idol' winner Jamal Roberts sing in Mississippi? Watch him live Saturday
Want to see "American Idol" winner Jamal Roberts sing live? Here's your chance. Roberts will perform at a welcome home concert this weekend in his hometown.
The Mississippi man won Season 23 on Sunday, May 18. He drew the most fan votes out of 26 million cast. According to PEOPLE magazine, host Ryan Seacrest said it was the "biggest finale vote in show history."
Right now, he's ready to get back to his friends and family for a bit and adjust to his newfound fame.
"Even though I've seen (the word 'celebrity') a couple times now, I just wanted to come home and be, as they say, normal," Roberts said in an exclusive interview with The Clarion Ledger. "But I don't think I can be normal anymore."
Meridian native Jamal Roberts sings Fantasia's "I Believe," earning his spot in the Top 7 of "American Idol" Season 23.
Here's what to know about Roberts and when, where you can see him sing live this weekend and later in the year.
What to know about Jamal Roberts
The Meridian native is also a girl dad to three daughters: Harmoni, Lyrik and Gianna. The youngest is only weeks old.
Roberts is the second winner from Mississippi. He'd tried out for the show twice before coming back and winning it all.
On Wednesday, May 14, Meridian held a parade for Roberts, followed by a mini-concert. About 20,000 fans turned out to support their hometown favorite.
When, where is the Meridian concert? What do tickets cost?
Roberts will take the stage in Meridian, on Saturday, May 31. The concert will be 6-8 p.m. at Q.V. Skye's Park on Lover's Lane. Doors open at 4 p.m.
A group called Friends of Jamal Roberts organized the event. "Let's come together to celebrate Jamal Roberts' return home with food, music, and good vibes!" they wrote.
Tickets are $25 in advance for the general area or $35 on the day of the event. They can be purchased online at Eventbrite.
According to a flyer for the event, the event was originally scheduled for Friday at Meridian City Hall and was moved because of the weather forecast.
When can I see him sing in Mississippi?
If you can't make it to the show Saturday, Roberts has other Mississippi concerts listed on Eventbrite later this year.
Shows include:
- Jamal Roberts: 4 p.m. Aug. 24 at Kandy Factory Event Center, 1203 North Jackson St., Crystal Springs.
- Noir & Blanc: 8 p.m. Aug. 2 at L.T. Ellis Center, 610 Munson St. Laurel.
- An Evening with Jamal Roberts: 7-10 p.m. Sept. 19 at the Jackson Convention Complex Center, 105 East Pascagoula St., Jackson.
See photos of Jamal Roberts on American Idol
Who from Mississippi won American Idol?
The Magnolia State has had several competitors climb the ranks in the show.
How to watch American Idol Season 23
Missed some episodes? The latest "American Idol" shows are available on Hulu.
Will there be a new season of American Idol?
The longtime series has been renewed for Season 24. It will air in 2026.
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