Sister Cristina Scuccia, the nun who has become a worldwide singing sensation, is the champion of the Italian version of "The Voice."
During the finals broadcast live in Italy tonight, the nun - dressed in her traditional habit, crucifix and plain black shoes - appeared surprised when she advanced to the final two, along with Giacomo Voli. She was overjoyed when the show's host announced that she was the winner.
In the audience, her fellow nuns applauded, and cheering supporters waved T-shirts bearing her image.
She took 62.3 percent of the vote.
She ended her run in the competition by reciting the Lord's Prayer on stage.
The 25-year-old nun from Milan was considered by many to be the front-runner going into tonight's finale of the reality TV singing competition.
She wins a recording contract with Universal.
The nun first made headlines in March with her soulful performance of Alicia Keys' "No One" on the show. The YouTube video of her performance went viral, garnering over 50 million views, and a supportive tweet from Keys herself.
