Roberts became the first Black man to earn the title since Carrie Underwood's predecessor, Season 2's Ruben Studdard, in 2003.

Jessica Simpson graced the stage of American Idol on Sunday, marking her first TV performance in 15 years.

"To be a role model for my girls, my city, and anybody out there chasing something bigger, this means everything," Roberts wrote in an Instagram post celebrating his win.