Kellie Pickler is the champion of Dancing with the Stars. Alongside her partner, Derek Hough, the country singer beat out Disney star Zendaya, Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Jacoby Jones and Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman for the coveted Mirror Ball trophy.
It was the first DWTS finale that featured a four-way showdown.
"I'm overwhelmed with joy," the 26-year-old told Us Weekly after her victory. "I'm kind of speechless for the first time! Usually I can't be quiet! Usually I'm just spitting out words left and right, and now I don't know what to say."
"I was shocked to have made it this far," the former American Idol contestant continued. "We've made so many memories out here on this dance floor and in the studio."
Pickler's victory wraps up the 16th season of ABC's hit dancing/reality show.
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