VIDEO: Lee DeWyze Wins American Idol!
Posted on May 26, 2010 @ 11:10AM
In what many considered an upset, Lee DeWyze won the ninth season of American Idol on Wednesday night, beating out folk singer Crystal Bowersox in a night filled with star-studded performances and tearful goodbyes for departing judge Simon Cowell.
“This is amazing…I’ve never been happier in my life,” said a shocked DeWyze who was close to tears upon hearing the announcement. After all, it was a tight race leading up to the finals, with only two percent of America voting for DeWyze over Bowersox.
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The Illinois native gave one of the most memorable performances of the season when he sang Hallelujah two weeks ago. But on Tuesday night, things seemed to fall apart. After his last Idol performance, the judges told DeWyze that he’d need to "punch harder" to beat out season-favorite, Bowersox.
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Immediately after earning the Idol title, the crooner sang his first single, U2 ‘s Beautiful Day. But the night wasn’t just about who came out on top. It was also about the creator of the show that changed the face of American pop music.
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There were heartfelt montages recounting Cowell's most absurd (and critical) moments and a surprise return by Paula Abdul who called Cowell a mentor. Before saying a few words, Simon was serenaded by some of the people he’s made popstars including Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Jordin Sparks, Fantasia and Ruben Studdard.
Later, Janet Jackson (sporting a short, cropped do) hit the stage with force singing Nasty and her latest single Nothing, while Christina Aguilera belted out a new song from her forthcoming album. Other star-studded performances trickled in throughout the night from the likes of Dane Cook, Alanis Morrisette and Alice Cooper.
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Who will replace Cowell on the Idol-stage? Fox has yet to name a replacement, but let’s just say he better be a winner!
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The Daily Juice
May 26, 2010 @ 09:32
The results were contrived. There is only one true American Idol – our next MEGASTAR CRYSTAL BOWERSOX.
Posted Thu, 05/27/2010 - 5:18am
I won't be watching this stupid show again either - it consistently votes through the second best performer - so it sucks! If American can't HEAR - get a darned hearing aid and stop voting through bar room band singers -***
Posted Thu, 05/27/2010 - 3:55am
I tried 30 times to get through to vote for Crystal and it was always busy & fell asleep on the couch - Now I am angry - she should have won! But like Adam Lambert - she will be a Star and the "other winner" will be forgotten soon -
Posted Thu, 05/27/2010 - 3:52am
I was out tonight and couldn't watch Idol. I am shocked!!! I thought without a doubt Crystal would win.
Posted Thu, 05/27/2010 - 2:41am
Crystal should have won based on last night's performances. However, I really like Lee as well!! They are both winners as they will both have recording contracts. Fabulous show tho!! Wow..never expected all the big stars they brought in.
Posted Thu, 05/27/2010 - 1:58am
WTF? Crystal should have had this in the bag. I don't get it. Bret Michaels was the cream on the night. Seeing how great he looked and watching how happy performing again made him was WONDERFUL.
Posted Thu, 05/27/2010 - 1:31am
I don't get it. Ok worst AI EVER. Why did the pop stars want to sing ballads? Paula went on and on.. (looked great though). They really pulled out all the stops and did a good job at the end but... the contestants all sucked
Posted Thu, 05/27/2010 - 1:26am