Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old father and physical education teacher from Mississippi, won American Idol Season 23 after a historic finale vote. His powerful performance of "Her Heart" secured the victory against John Foster and Breanna Nix.

Jamal Roberts is the latest winner of 'American Idol', winning the ABC show's season 8 (season 23 overall). Fans also had thoughts about runner-up John Foster. The children’s book author was honored with the Global Gift Women Empowerment Award. The comedian made his argument while slamming a famed “Saturday Night Live” sketch.