After rocketing to "American Idol's" top 3, Louisiana teen John Foster finished second in the ABC singing competition series during its grand finale on Sunday night. Grabbing the "Idol" title was Jamal Roberts, 27, of Meridian, Mississippi, an elementary school P.E. teacher.

"This isn’t the end… it’s just the beginning," wrote winner Jamal Roberts. American Idol has crowned its newest winner. During Sunday's live finale, three contestants took the stage to deliver their final performances of the season — and make their last bid to be crowned the victor of season 23.

HOLLYWOOD (WTVA) — Another Mississippian could win “American Idol.” Meridian man Jamal Roberts, 27, will compete in the season finale on Sunday, May 18. Watch it at 7 p.m. CT on ABC WTVA.