For 'Idol,' a Mild Finale to a Bumpy Season

For 'Idol,' a Mild Finale to a Bumpy Season

After a finale bursting at the seams with celebrity-contestant duets (Jennifer Hudson and Candice! Adam Lambert/Jessie J and Angie! Keith Urban and Kree!) and soul-searching questions (Is Randy Jackson really a dog? Is Satellite Aretha the new Hologram

Candice Glover is the new "American Idol" winner. The 23-year-old beat out Kree Harrison to take the "American Idol" crown for Season 12.

Candice Glover is the new "American Idol" winner. The 23-year-old beat out Kree Harrison to take the "American Idol" crown for Season 12.

candice glover processing victory. And we have our winner!! Candice Glover was crowned this year's American Idol just a few hours ago! But, shortly after the announcement, the talented singer said she was “still trying to process” her victory: “Like, I

Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP. Candice Glover, left, and runner-up Kree Harrison await results to be read by host Ryan Seacrest at the "American Idol" finale at the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live on Thursday in Los Angeles. Glover was announced the winner.