When host Ryan Seacrest asked about his feelings, the emotional Lee DeWyze simply replied, "I do not know. This is great, thank you all ... I love you. Crystal, I love you. "
Seacrest did not mention the total number of incoming sounds, a change from previous seasons of American Idol. For example, last year, the finals between Kris Allen and Adam Lamber, the incoming voice over the phone, or short messages, reaching 100 million.
Lee DeWyze, The New American Idol in 2010
Behind the stage, Lee DeWyze said he was ready for the next steps, including making an album and live tour. About juror responses,
Bowersox was calm with the result. "I know Lee will win. People seemed surprised by that fact, but I can feel it. I am very happy for him. He deserves every minute of this experience", Bowersox said at backstage, with a calm and cheerful as he showed throughout the season.
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