A new “American Idol” was crowned Wednesday night in a finale that was also a tribute to departing judge Simon Cowell, reports People.com. Illinois native Lee DeWyze won over Ohio musician Crystal Bowersox to become the ninth “American Idol.”

Most of the live finale was dedicated to Cowell, perhaps the most notable “Idol” judge known for his harsh criticisms, who first announced that he would be leaving the show back in January. Seven out of the eight previous “American Idols” and many of the show’s other alumni returned and performed to bid farewell to Cowell, as did artists like Christina Aguilera, Alanis Morissette, Janet Jackson and the still-recovering Bret Michaels.

Former judge Paula Abdul, who left the show after its eighth season and was replaced by talk show host Ellen DeGeneres, was also present to give a few words about her former co-judge. There is no word yet as to who will replace Cowell.

While the Twitterverse was split about the winner, most felt that Cowell will be missed and that the show will not be the same without him. It was Jackson, however, who captured tweeps’ attention at the finale.

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   popcannon A sad, sad night, and season for American Idol. Lee Dewyze, an average singer, wins–while the superior talent Crystal Bowersox, loses.
2. 
   TVDoneWright Lee DeWyze Wins American Idol, meaning Crystal Bowersox will have the most successful career. I can deal with that #IdolFinale
3. 
   Technopall RT @stuckinspincycl: Adam Lambert and Crystal Bowersox should go on tour together. They can call it the “We Should Have Won American Ido …
4. 
   richkurt @ricklewis14 American Idol? Tweet me when they find someone that can sing on that show…
5. 
   bern06c YEY!! RT @scoopbox: Lee DeWyze is the new American Idol.
6. 
   yOwnis Lee DeWyze won American Idol! I told yah! whoo.
7. 
   LUZZY_PEP GOOD FINALE OF AMERICAN IDOL. I DIDN’T LIKE SIMON THAT MUCH BECAUSE HE WAS KINDA MEAN BUT I’M GOING TO MISS HIM!!! LMAO!!!
8. 
   CathyofTO Janet looks and sounds incredible. What a get for American Idol. #AI
9. 
   philisima I never watch it anymore, but I watched American Idol and guess what? Janet Jackson performed. Suprise!
10. 
    meganashley760 I’m on West Coast time so don’t fuss at me being “late” but uuummm WOW!! American Idol’s BAND!!! SSSSIIICCCKKK!!! Janet’s set was CRAZY!!!

1. 
   realradio878 Do you think Madonna will make a good replacement for Simon Cowel on American Idol..or will it never be the same without him #fb
2. 
   peteraquino We’re halfway through the American Idol finale and all I can say is… What the hell is going on? A complete train wreck.
3. 
   Kyerra08 JANET JACKSON IS THE BEST PERFORMER !!!LOVED HER PERFORMANCE ON AMERICAN IDOL !!
4. 
   diojavier american idol will never be the same again without the dysfunctional simon cowell! hope they could fine a better one, but i doubt it!

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