Jamal Roberts, the winner of “American Idol,” returns to his daughter
Jamal Roberts has won “American Idol” season 23, but after recently welcoming a baby girl, he looks to be even busier.
“American Idol” winner Jamal Roberts is working on the discourse surrounding his relationship with Judge Carrie Underwood.
Roberts made his remarks when journalist Nate Vinson asked him about “a very strong story online” about Underwood’s first season as a judge. “People (who) sees the show she feels she doesn’t really support you like the other judges and others,” Vinson said.
“Carrie is a country singer and she likes country music. I mean, I don’t think she really likes every genre. She had her pick,” said Roberts, 27.
“We admire her for sticking to her roots and sticking to the person she likes, but I feel like the better one has won,” Roberts continued in a red carpet clip for her 45th anniversary dinner.
USA Today contacted representatives for comments from “American Idol”, Roberts and Underwood.
Last month, Mississippi’s gym teacher won a song competition show over country singers John Foster and Brenna Knicks. The conversation surrounding the show’s season four winners Roberts and Underwood was held throughout the season.
During his “Idol” audition, Underwood told Roberts he needed to “slack” and find a “swagger.” Despite the backlash she experienced by several people recognizing Roberts’ treatment, the hitmaker “before he cheats” was well hoping for Roberts after the May 18 victory.
“Congratulations to @Americanidol’s latest winner!!! I’m so proud of @OfficialJamalroberts and everything he’s achieved this season. I can’t wait to see the next mountain he climbs! He’s going to do something amazing!” Underwood wrote in a caption on Instagram.
Underwood also told USA Today there are some nerves around the winner’s announcement, reminiscent of his moments he went through 20 years ago.
“My heart was pounding when Ryan looked at the card and paused,” Underwood said. “There are so many moments that bring me back at show time.”
Contribution: Kimie Robinson