New Delhi, May 19 -- The next American Idol is Jamal Roberts. The 27-year-old dad of three competed against Breanna Nix and John Foster for the crown of this year's American Idol.

The top 3 singers had less than three hours to earn viewers' votes during the star-studded finale.

Before tonight's finale, the contestants had returned to their hometowns for special visits, a tradition that adds a personal touch to the final stretch.

According to a Newsweek report from last year, the winner gets a record contract with Hollywood Records.

According to the report, Jamal will receive $125,000 and an additional $100,000 after he completes an entire album, for a total of $250,000.

Newsweek further added that the American Idol winners 'have a bu...