Lee DeWyze Winners For American Idol
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American Idol has crowned it's latest winner in the shape of 24-year old Lee DeWyze.
DeWyze, who fought off tough competition from fellow finalist Crystal Bowersox scooped the prize of a recording contract in last night's two-hour finale.
Both Bowerox and DeWyze performed three tracks on the night, one selected by them, one chosen by Idol boss Simon Fuller and the song they would release if they won.
Eventual winner DeWyze from Illnois said of his victory: “I don’t know [how it feels], this is amazing. Thank you guys so much for everything. Thank you, thank you!" he said after the result was announced."
He added:"I can’t believe this. I love you guys. Crystal, I love you. I’m so happy right now, I’ve never been happier in my life. There are no words to describe it. This is amazing and I appreciate everything everybody here has done."
Despite favourite Crystal winning over the judges on the night, Simon Cowell and Kara DioGuardi praised Lee for having one of the 'most commercial voices of the season' and for being what Idol is all about.
After crowning DeWyze as it's new winner, the hit US TV show also said goodbye to Cowell with a moving tribute following his announcement of his departure in January.
Celebs such as Ricky Gervais, ex-Idol judge Paula Abdul and past winners Kelly Clarkson Carrie Underwood returned to pay tribute to the music mogul. and
Janet Jackson, Christina Aguilera, Rock Of Love star Bret Michaels and last year’s winner Kris Allen also took to the stage for Simon's last ever Idol appearance.
Cowell said: "I didn't think I would be this emotional but I genuinely am... I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the support, the fun and your sense of humour. That has been the best part. Seeing these contestants back, that's what made the show."
"When anyone asks who will replace me, the truth is you guys are the judges of this show and you've done an incredible job over the years."
Cowell added that he would miss everybody on the programme saying: "Thank you very much indeed. It's been a blast."
He is now set to launch X Factor Stateside with rumoured UK judge Cheryl Cole joining him on the panel in 2011.
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