'American Idol' Winner Jamal Roberts Gets Big Prize Money

Jamal Roberts was named the winner of American Idol on May 18 after a record-breaking number of votes, and he's going to be wealthier as a result.

According to People, the American Idol winner "receives a recording contract and a substantial cash prize," but that amount has changed since the show launched.

Because the amount has varied over the years, it's not exactly clear how much Roberts' prize money will be, but it won't be small, People reported.

However, American Songwriter...