Meridian native Jamal Roberts, winner of "American Idol" Season 23, will perform in Jackson, Alcorn State University announced moments after his big win Sunday night. "An Evening with Jamal Roberts," hosted by the Kirkland Group and Alcorn State University, is for attendees 21 years and older.

Jamal Roberts has wowed music fans across the country with his performances on "American Idol," but what do people think in his hometown, Meridian, MS?

People in the community made a stop on the Meridian City Hall lawn to celebrate after Jamal Roberts' victory on American Idol.