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The three finalists were Iam Tongi, Megan Danielle, and Colin Stough.
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Iam Tongi, an 18-year-old high school student from Kahuku, Hawaii, emerged as the winner.
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Tongi's heartbreaking story of losing his father touched many in the audience.
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During the finale, Tongi broke down while performing a duet of "Monsters" with James Blunt.
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Several stars, including Pitbull, Ellie Goulding, Lil Jon, Kylie Minogue, REO Speedwagon, and TLC, appeared on the three-hour finale.
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Tongi won a recording contract as part of his American Idol prize package.
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He performed "Don't Let Go" by Spawnbreezie after being declared the winner.
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The confetti fell as his fellow contestants congratulated him, marking the beginning of his promising music career.