On Tuesday night, Crystal Bowersox and Lee Dewyze performed three songs each. On Wednesday, both participated in Idol’s grand finale paying tribute to Simon Cowell on his last night on the show before proclaiming the winner of season 9 American Idol. Crystal was the judges’ choice for all three rounds of songs while Lee went into the final night of performances as a favorite. In the end of the show, Lee DyWyze is the winner. Although his Tuesday-night performances weren’t as consistent as Crystal’s, the judges repeatedly remarked on an inching-forward which made Lee someone worth rooting for. Wednesday night is chiefly as a farewell to Simon Cowell, who is the kingpin of the judges’ panel. Paula Abdul was also there, looking absolutely fantastic. She spoke of Simon with humor and affection. She said that American Idol’s not going to be the same without Simon, but it has to go on. American Idol Season 9: Lee Is The New Idol is a post from: Daily World Buzz Continue reading →