It was a tough race between finalists Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery for the distinction of American Idol 's season 10 winner, but in the end, McCreery took home the top prize in 2011.

Five lucky winners received a Silver Ticket to audition for the executive producers of American Idol at a judge city for a chance to be the next Maddie Poppe or Laine Hardy!

Over the course of the song, they were gradually joined by past "Idol" winners and contestants, including Kellie Pickler, Taylor Hicks, Katharine McPhee, Constantine Maroulis and others.

‘American Idol’ Winner Jamal Roberts Receives Death Threats With Recent Decision first appeared on Parade on Jul 1, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 1, 2025, where it ...

It’s been slightly more than two months since Jamal Roberts was crowned the winner of American Idol 2025, and he’s already making headway on his music career.

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