37-year-old country crooner Tate Stevens has been named the winner of The X Factor USA‘s second season.

Triumphing over runner-up Carly Rose Sonenclar in tonight’s live grand final, Stevens walked away with the coveted $5 million prize and a spot on Epic Records roster.

Congratulations are certainly in order for the Missourian.  As he prepares his debut album, fans can expect to see his ‘X Factor’ predecessor, pop newcomer Melanie Amaro, hit the promo trail in support of her inaugural album ‘Truly’.

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