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Phillip Phillips wins American Idol

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Blues singer Phillip Phillips won the finale of "American Idol" on Wednesday night.

The 21-year-old from Leesburg, Ga., beat Jessica Sanchez, 16, of Chula Vista, Calif., for the title in the show's 11th season.

The two-hour finale featured performances by the top 12 finalists and stars including Neil Diamond, Rihanna, Reba McEntire and judge Jennifer Lopez.

The night also featured a live marriage proposal involving two former contestants -- Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young.

DeGarmo, 24, who was runner-up in season three, said yes after 31-year-old Young, who placed seventh in season five, got down on one knee on stage in front of host Ryan Seacrest.

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