It was a slow, but steady rise to the top for Lee DeWyze. But it all paid off tonight, as the laid back rocker with the sexy, scratchy voice was crowned season nine champion on American Idol ! DeWyze peaked at the ideal time, bringing the crowd and judges to their feet with his recent rendition of ” Hallelujah ” last week. He then carried that momentum into the finale and defeated a worthy competitor, Crystal Bowersox

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American Idol Winner: Lee DeWyze!

Barring a collective, nationwide brain fart, Crystal Bowersox will be crowned American Idol champion next month. But the season nine favorite came close to walking away from the competition a few weeks ago, as the pressure reportedly got to her and Crystal has to be convinced to stay by Ryan Seacrest

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Crystal Bowersox is Completely Committed to American Idol

She’s the clear season nine favorite on American Idol , but Crystal Bowersox has never looked comfortable on stage. The folksy singer admitted many months ago that she had never watched an episode of Idol , and she’s been outwardly shaken up when certain contestants - such as Lilly Scott and Katie Stevens - were eliminated this year. Therefore, it didn’t come as a major shock this week when a report leaked out that said Bowersox was close to quitting the competition, but was convinced to stay by Ryan Seacrest.

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Crystal Bowersox Confirms "Moment of Doubt," Near Idol Departure