Marshall Hamburger crowned Australian Idol 2025 winner

Marshall Hamburger has been crowned the winner of Australian Idol 2025 in a highly competitive finale against Iilysh Retallick and Gisella Colletti. Hamburger, 19, won the title along with $100,000 and a recording contract with Hive Sound Studios after receiving the most votes from over 1.2 million cast by viewers. In heartfelt remarks post-announcement, he expressed his gratitude and excitement for his future in music. Throughout the competition, he showcased his talent with memorable performances, including a duet with Leo Sayer in the finale. The grand finale featured various guest performances, with the top three finalists delivering powerful renditions to secure votes. While Hamburger emerged victorious, Colletti received an invitation to perform with Tina Arena, highlighting the support and camaraderie among contestants.