Jessica Simpson makes a surprise return to singing live on TV, performing on the 'American Idol' finale as Jamal Roberts is crowned the winner of season 23.

The final three singers, Breanna Nix, John Foster and Jamal Roberts, duked it out for the title of Season 23 winner in the "American Idol" finale.

"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.

The newest "American Idol" has been crowned! Jamal Roberts was named the long-running singing competition's Season 23 winner on May 18, and he reacted to the milestone in an interview with Access Hollywood just minutes later.

American Idol runner-up John Foster says he “ barely” caught a sneak peek at host Ryan Seacrest ‘s envelope before Jamal Roberts was announced as the winner of Season 23. Roberts, however, definitely did not know that he’d won until he’d heard his name.

Why 26 million Americans crowned Jamal Roberts their Idol winner in a season that redefined what it means to be a music star.

American Idol crowned Jamal Roberts as its Season 23 winner. The finale showcased memorable performances, with fans praising Jamal's victory and sharing their excitement online. Jamal was in the top three alongside John Foster and Breanna Nix.

Alongside bringing out Eminem at Post Malone's Detroit tour concert, Nashville native Jelly Roll also performed on "American Idol" season finale.

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.