American Idol Spoilers

This page spoilers, gossip, rumors, recaps and more of the 9th season of the hit television show American Idol. The juicy details are gathered from blogs, message boards, and from watching the program live. WARNING: Do not read on if you do not want to know secrets or rumors about the show before it airs!

Boston Auditions

• Katie Stevens eliminated April 14
• Siobhan Magnus eliminated April 28
• Paige Miles eliminated March 24

Chicago Auditions

• Lee DeWyze winner
• Crystal Bowersox runner up

Orlando Auditions

• Aaron Kelly eliminated May 5
• Michael Lynche benefited from Judges' save on April 7, eliminated May 12
• Lacey Brown: eliminated March 17

Los Angeles

• Andrew Garcia eliminated Apri l14
• Didi Benami eliminated March 31

Denver

• Casey James eliminated May 19

March 16: Top 12 Finalists Perform hits from the Rolling Stones
March 17: Results Show – Lacey Brown Eliminated
March 23: Billboard # 1 Hits with mentor Miley Cyrus
March 24: Results Show – Paige Miles Eliminated
March 30: Top 10, R&B songs with mentor Usher
March 31: Results Show – Didi Benami

April 6: Top 9, Lennon/McCartney Songbook
April 7: Results Show – Michael Lynche Eliminated, Judges' save used
April 13: Top 9 (again), Elvis songs with mentor Adam Lambert
April 14: Results Show – Andrew Garcia, Katie Stevens Eliminated
April 20: Top 7, Inspirational songs with mentor Alicia Keyes
April 21: Idol Gives Back, Results Show – Tim Urban Eliminated
April 27: Top 6, Shania Twain songs with mentor Shania Twain
April 28: Results Show – Siobhan Magnus Eliminated

May 4: Top 5, Frank Sinatra songs with mentor Harry Connick Jr
May 5: Results Show – Aaron Kelly Eliminated
May 11: Top 4, Songs from the Movies with mentor Jamie Foxx
May 12: Results Show – Michael Lynche Eliminated
May 18: Top 3, Contestant's Choice, Judge's Choice, Producer's Choice
May 19: Results Show – Casey James Eliminated
May 26: Results Show – Crystal Bowersox Eliminated; Lee DeWyze declared winner

February 17: Top 12 Females
February 18: Top 12 Males
February 19: Results Show - 2 male and 2 female contestants eliminated
February 23: Top 12 Female Semifinalists Perform
February 24: Top 12 Male Semifinalists Perform
February 25: Results Show – Two Male and Two Female Contestants Eliminated

March 2: Top 10 Female Semifinalists Perform
March 3: Top 10 Male Semifinalists Perform
March 4: Results Show – Two Male and Two Female Contestants Eliminated
March 9: Top 8 Female Semifinalists Perform
March 10: Top 8 Male Semifinalists Perform
March 11: Results Show – Two Male and Two Female Contestants Eliminated; Finalists Revealed!

February 3: “The Road to Hollywood”
February 9: Hollywood Round 1
February 10: Hollywood Round 2
February 16: Hollywood Round 3
February 17: Hollywood Round 4 – Top 24 Semifinalists Announced

January 12: Boston Auditions with guest judge Victoria Beckham (31 Hollywood Tickets)
January 13: Atlanta Auditions with guest judge Mary J. Blige (25 Hollywood Tickets)
January 19: Chicago Auditions with guest judge Shania Twain (13 Hollywood Tickets)
January 20: Orlando Auditions with guest judge Kristin Chenoweth (31 Hollywood Tickets
January 26: Los Angeles Auditions with guest judges Joe Jonas and Neil Patrick Harris
January 27: Dallas Auditions with guest judges Katy Perry and Avril Lavigne
February 2: Denver Auditions with guest judge Victoria Beckham

NOTE: For the first time in Idol history, there is no coronation song. The winner will select a cover for their winner's single.

Ryan heads down the stairs and sets the stage for the finale. Lee and Crystal, both 24 year old musicians from the Chicago auditions have made it to the final battle. The judges are introduced, with special acknowledgement to Simon, here for his last Idol week. Ryan then announces that Crystal won the coin toss and chose to perform second.

Round 1: Contestant’s Choice

Lee Dewyze opts to reprise his rendition of Simon and Garfunkle's "The Boxer". Before his performance is a video of his parents discussing his childhood love of baseball. Randy loved it: "Great way to start it off. Dual to the finish. Not sure it was energetic…get more energy going." Ellen is proud and thought his second performance eclipsed his first. Kara is with Randy: Lee needs more punch. Simon wants more passion. Call 1-866-436-5701' or 1-866-436-5703 or 1-866-436-5705 to vote for Lee.

Crystal Bowersox covers Janis Joplin's "Me And Bobby McGee." Her video talks about her first gig at a local mall coffee shop. Randy thinks it started a bit slow but worked up to her usual fever pitch. Ellen: "You are so compelling on stage. Stunning." Kara thinks Crystal has fire in her belly and loved the performance. Simon feels that Crystal is back on track after a few lackluster weeks: "This brought us back to when we first met you…We have a competition tonight." Call 1-866-436-5702, 1-866-436-5704 or 1-866-436-5706 to vote for Crystal.

Round 2: Simon Fuller’s Choice

Fuller selects REM's "Everybody Hurts" for Lee with a gospel choir backdrop. Randy: "That was definitely better…started off a little pitchy you pulled it together." Ellen: "I felt like you went off a couple of times…you really really got into it, but then you pulled back again." Kara: "What makes you great is that you’re emotionally accessible. It wasn’t a perfect vocal, but I like that about you." Simon" "Brilliant song choice. You went a little bit off melody tonight. You’re nervous... you’ve got to come out here and give us a 10."

Fuller then selects Alannah Myles' "Black Velvet" for Crystal. She comes out in a slinky black dress minus her guitar, and puts a totally different bluesy spin on the song. Judges' comments: "Tonight is the night to give it your all, and that’s what you were doing. That’s what tonight is all about." "I'm almost allergic to that song, I’ve heard it murdered in Idol auditions. But, you took that song and you absolutely nailed it. Really good." Crystal says she’s a bit shaky.

Round 3: The Winner's Cover

Lee DeWyze has selected "Beautiful Day" by U2 backed by violins and without his guitar. Randy: "It started off a little interesting... by the middle of the song you started getting your groove back." Ellen: "Watching the process watching you grow... you were fully present for that song." Kara: "I think you got swallowed up a bit in that song. But, you’ve grown the most, you’ve got the most commercial voice. You deserve to be here." Simon: "This is my final time judging... this is what this competition was designed for, someone who needs a break, you've remained a nice person, and I really wish the best for you." Lee closes with comments about what an amazing journey it's been and how he wants to do this for the rest of his life. He then thanks his fans.

Crystal Bowersox has selected Patti Griffin's "Up To the Mountain," beginning her performance with her guitar, sitting on a stool. A choir on either side as a backdrop. Incredible performance. Randy: "This is what this show’s about. An amazing song by an amazing performer." Ellen: "I cannot compare you to one contemporary artist. You are in a league of your own." Kara: "This was a very important song for you tonight. Tonight all I could see, you were completely emotionally invested in that song. Amazing." Before Simon's feedback, Crystal tells him that he has been amazing and thanks him for his feedback over the months. Simon's final critique: "Crystal, I thought that was by far the best performance and the song of the night. I would like to say, that was outstanding." Crystal is grateful for her family and ready for whatever happens.

Will Young closes the evening with this season's Idol exit song: "Leave Right Now."