Following a record 132 million votes, performances from Neil Diamond, Rihanna and Aerosmith and a proposal , American Idol crowned a season 11 champion tonight. Was it ballad singer extraordinaire Jessica Sanchez? Or Dave Matthews prototype Phillip Phillips? Unlike Ryan Seacrest, we won’t keep you in suspense for very long. The winner is… American Idol Winner: Announced! PHILLIP PHILLIPS! Not exactly a shocker, huh? The guitar-playing crooner was considered a favorite from his very first audition, considering his similar qualities to every other American Idol champion of the past five seasons. Jessica appeared genuinely happy for Phillip upon hearing the announcement, as Ryan handed Phillip his guitar, Phillips took the crowd ” Home ” and eventually dissolved into tears, heading into the crowd to hug his parents. Did Phillip Phillips deserve to win?
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American Idol Results: Who Won?
