Photo gallery: “American Idol” finale

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Kris Allen, center, reacts as Ryan Seacrest, right, names him the new “American Idol.” Adam Lambert is this year’s runner-up. (Associated Press photos)

Kris Allen was crowned the “American Idol” champ Wednesday night on FOX. The Arkansas crooner beat out judges’ favorite Adam Lambert of San Diego, Calif.

Here’s a look at the big moment, the performances and the who’s who that were there. All photos are provided by the Associated Press:

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Ryan Seacrest and new “Idol” Kris Allen.

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Kris Allen backstage, still looking stunned.

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Kris Allen performs with country star Keith Urban during the finale.

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Adam Lambert sang with KISS.

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Season 4 “Idol” winner Carrie Underwood arrives for the event. Underwood grew up in Checotah.

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David Cook, last year’s “Idol” winner, poses on the red carpet. Cook is a former Tulsan.

See more photos after the break.

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Left to right, Apl.De.Ap, Fergie, Will.i.am and Taboo of Black Eyed Peas pose together before the finale.

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Keith Urban

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Lionel Ritchie

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Steve Martin, who played the banjo during the finale, arrives.

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Cyndi Lauper

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KISS

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Gene Simmons of KISS

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Kris Allen’s going to Disney World.

-BAM

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