Clay Aiken

Clay Aiken Shuts Down Website to Honor Grandfather 17

Saturday, October 10, 2009, 04:01 PM | Clay Aiken

If you visit clayonline.com, you will be a greeted with a message: “In Loving Memory: Joseph Alvis Aiken: February 5, 1922 to October 9, 2009″

Our thoughts are with Clay Aiken and his family.

Here’s a video fans are viewing now in memory of Papa Aiken:

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Clay Aiken Signs with Decca Records Comments Off

Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 12:32 PM | Clay Aiken, Remaindered Links

From Clay Aiken’s website:

Clay Aiken signs record deal with Universal Music’s Decca Records. Expect new music in the first half of 2010! Keep checking back here for more details to come.

Glamberts vs. Claymates — There will be blood! Comments Off

Saturday, June 6, 2009, 08:00 AM | American Idol 8, Clay Aiken

I didn’t think that MSNBC story about “Adam Lambert is a diva” had legs, but buzz on the Web now is that the Claymates of Clay Aiken planted that story! LOL Fan war! Woohoo!

Claymates Start Rumors About Glambert!!! (PerezHilton)
Hilariously Pathetic Claymates are Attacking Adam Lambert (Vote for the Worst)

So either the Claymates really did start the diva rumors — or this is a brilliantly played counter-attack by the Glamberts to diffuse the diva rumors. I choose the latter. Good job guys. So impressed.

Why not just blame all the bad news now and moving forward on the most bitter fans in Idol history? It’s perfect. Well-played!

There can only be one Alpha Gay on American Idol. Go Glambert!

Clay Aiken apologizes to Adam Lambert Comments Off

Saturday, May 23, 2009, 12:16 AM | Clay Aiken

From Clay Aiken’s blog:

I am sure that some were upset by my choice of words describing my opinion of a performance I heard from Adam Lambert. I hope no one actually believed that blood truly poured forth from my ears when I heard him. I obviously meant it as a colorful statement to imply that I did not enjoy what I heard. Any performer hopes that their music will appeal to all people, but no singer realistically expects it to. God knows, I am SURE there are PLENTY of people who can’t stand to hear me sing either. I wouldn’t dream of assuming that, and I am sure that far worse things have been said about my performances than I would even venture to type here. To me, that’s fine. I don’t expect unanimous, nor even majority support for my music. But, my guess is Adam doesn’t either. I would not venture to make judgements on the personality or demeanor of anyone I don’t know, so none of what I said in my previous blog was directed as a “slam” on Adam as a person. At the same time, I wouldn’t dream of slamming him as an entertainer. He does what he does, because he enjoys it, and he obviously has many fans who enjoy it as well. If what i said in my previous blog regarding my impression of a single performance from Adam upset or offended any of his fans, I expect that the mature ones will realize that it was simply a poorly worded metaphor describing my personal tastes. The only person I would really dream of apologizing to is Adam. And the irony is, if he’s smart he couldn’t give a crap what I think of his Ring of Fire performance. As an entertainer, Adam knows that one person’s opinion of one performance really matters a little less than zero, in the grand scheme of things. He could not have gotten on Idol (nor made it as far as he did) without an immense amount of talent. He surely doesn’t need my approval to know he has a gift. At the same time, he realizes that amazing talent doesn’t always equal universal appeal. (I could NEVER have the amount of skill and talent that ballet dancers have! that’s talent! But, I don’t particularly enjoy it!) I am sure that I will have plenty of opportunities in the coming years to hear Adam sing. I imagine he’ll be around for years to come. But in the meantime, I definitely don’t want to stoop to the level of so many negative freaks on the internet… so, I do apologize to Adam for my colorful (and negative) choice of words. I hope he can forgive me. I imagine he doesn’t give a damn! God knows he shouldn’t.

Read it at Clay Aiken Online

Clay Aiken Trashes Adam Lambert Comments Off

Friday, May 22, 2009, 11:16 AM | American Idol 8, Clay Aiken

Please direct your hate comments to Clay Aiken. I know a lot of Glamberts are still very confused with stuff posted here on Rickey.org, but just to make things very clear in this post: These are the opinions of Clay Aiken — the openly gay runner-up of Season Two of American Idol. These are the opinions he wrote in his blog, republished by Defamer. You can read the full article here. Again, these are the opinions of Clay Aiken, please direct your hate comments to Clay and not me. Thank you for your understanding.

Clay’s thoughts on Adam Lambert:

This year, I happened to turn it during the minute that Adam Lambert was singing “Ring of Fire” and, at that moment, thought my ears would bleed. Contrived, awful, and slightly frightening!

Clay Aiken — Kidney Now! — 30 Rock Comments Off

Friday, May 15, 2009, 02:40 AM | Clay Aiken

Clay Aiken guests on 30 Rock!

Clay joins an all-star cast for a fund-raising record called Kidney Now!

Watch the video here:

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Clay Aiken blocked from meeting Adam Lambert 22

Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 01:08 PM | American Idol 8, Clay Aiken

American Idol season two runner-up Clay Aiken got the cold shoulder when he swung by a taping last week. Aiken was allegedly trying to get some face time with Adam Lambert for a forthcoming duets album.

According to the Chicago Sun-Times, Aiken — the first Idol contestant to break from his management agreement with the show’s producers, 19 Entertainment — is none too popular in Idol circles. A source told the paper that Aiken wasn’t even allowed face time with this season’s favored winner.

Read it at Advocate

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Justice for the gays! Go Clay! Go Adam!

Clay Aiken with mystery male companion 14

Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 02:45 AM | Clay Aiken

Gay American Idol Runner-Up Clay Aiken spotted by paparazzi with a mystery male companion — he’s hot! Is Clay looking to for a co-parent for baby Parker Foster?

More pics at JustJared

Clay Aiken — America’s Next Top Model 6

Wednesday, April 8, 2009, 08:31 PM | America's Next Top Model, Clay Aiken

Clay Aiken guests on America’s Next Top Model!

Unfortunately, they were still promoting Spamalot in this episode — that’s how long ago this taping was.

Clay and Tyra Banks are BFFs. Did not know that. Go Clay!

Watch the video here: (Added the second video)

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Clay Aiken — dropped by RCA 7

Saturday, February 21, 2009, 08:32 AM | Clay Aiken

From Billboard Jaded Insider:

A source tells Billboard Aiken was indeed dropped, but it happened a couple of months ago.

Clay Aiken — Has a Boyfriend 2

Tuesday, December 9, 2008, 01:32 PM | Clay Aiken

Exclusive: Clay Aiken’s New Man (Star Magazine)

[quote] The stars have aligned for Clay Aiken.

In the Dec. 22 issue of Star — on sale Wednesday — we report that along with his new baby and new life out of the closet, the former American Idol star has a new boyfriend to enjoy it with! The lucky fella? Broadway dancer Reed Kelly.

“Everybody knows Reed as Clay’s guy,” a Broadway insider says of the Wicked ensemble member. “Clay met him when he was doing Spamalot in early 2008, and that’s one of the reasons he came back to the show again.” [/quote]

I’m so happy to see Clay Aiken in love! Go get ‘em Clay!

Clay Aiken — Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade 7

Thursday, November 27, 2008, 02:47 PM | Clay Aiken

Clay Aiken Thanksgiving

Here’s a nice short interview with Clay Aiken on CBS. He talks about how he could not really fit-in as a “New Yorker” because of his accent. He also talks about being a new father and how it has changed him.

Clay Aiken’s Bubel/Aiken Foundation helped raise over $500,000 at its recent gala honoring the 2008 “Champions of Change” last October 18, 2008.

Clay Aiken is such an inspiration. He is extremely talented and truly a beautiful person inside and out.

Go Clay!

Video clip:

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Kimberley Locke: ‘Clay Aiken & I Aren’t Really Friends Anymore’ 11

Wednesday, November 26, 2008, 03:50 PM | Clay Aiken

Kimberley Locke: ‘Clay & I Aren’t Really Friends Anymore’ (Access Hollywood)

[quote] Former “American Idol” Season 2 contestant Kimberley Locke and runner-up Clay Aiken may have been close friends, even roommates at one time, but now their friendship is on the skids according to Kimberley.

“Clay and I aren’t really friends anymore,” Kimberley told Access Hollywood.com’s Laura “Dish Of Salt” Saltman Tuesday at a rehearsal for the 2008 “American Idol Holiday Tour.”

“We lived together, but some things transpired and, you know, we’re just — I don’t really talk to Clay anymore,” she continued. “It’s hard to live with someone. Roommates, boyfriends, girlfriends.” [/quote]

Kimberely Locke will be performing with Diana DeGarmo, David Hernandez and Chikezie in the “American Stars Christmas Concert” tour. If anyone is going please let me know so we can cellcast!

Clay Aiken — I’m a Gay Dad 13

Wednesday, September 24, 2008, 08:14 AM | Clay Aiken

Caly Aiken Gay

From People.com:

[quote] Following the Aug. 8 birth of his son Parker, singer Clay Aiken is following through on a promise he made to himself as a new dad: to publicly acknowledge that he’s gay.

“It was the first decision I made as a father,” Aiken, 29, tells the upcoming issue of PEOPLE, on newsstands Friday. “I cannot raise a child to lie or to hide things. I wasn’t raised that way, and I’m not going to raise a child to do that.”

How He Came Out to His Family

The born-again Christian singer also reveals how he told his mother Faye he’s gay four years ago. After dropping off his younger brother Brett, who was being deployed to Iraq, at Camp Lejeune, “I started crying in the car,” Aiken remembers. “It was dark. I was sitting there, thinking to myself. I don’t know why I started thinking about it … I just started bawling. She made me pull over the car and it just came out.” [/quote]

Clay Aiken — “Yes, I am Gay!” 15

Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 05:04 PM | Clay Aiken

Clay Aiken Gay

OMG! Clay Aiken comes out of the closet. Clay Aiken is gay!

“I cannot raise a child to lie or to hide things.”

Go Clay Aiken!!!!

(Via PerezHilton)

Clay Aiken Returns to Spamalot 2

Wednesday, August 13, 2008, 03:03 PM | Broadway, Clay Aiken

Clay Aiken will reprise his role as Sir Robin in Broadway’s Spamalot from September 19 to January 4. He’s got a baby to feed! LOL

Go Clay Aiken! (Should I watch him again?)

From USA Today:

[quote] “Since leaving Spamalot in May, jokes have just not been funny. Food has lost its taste. The grass is no longer green — the sky no longer blue. And, babies WON’T stop crying!! I’m so excited about coming back to the funniest show in the world!” [/quote]

Clay Aiken blogs about being a daddy 2

Friday, August 8, 2008, 05:38 PM | Clay Aiken

From ClayOnline:

[quote] Hello All…

I know it’s been a while. I’m sure you know, it’s been a full full summer. Sorry we haven’t spoken in so long. But, I’m sure you know… I hate putting the cart before the horse. Not my way to tempt fate. But I wanted to stop by, if only for a second, so you could be the first folks I tell…. HE’S HERE!

My dear friend, Jaymes, and I are so excited to announce the birth of Parker Foster Aiken (No hyphens. One first name. One middle name. One last name.)

Parker was born at a hospital in North Carolina just this morning at 8:08 AM. Wow… 8:08 ..08/08/08

Weighed in at 6 lbs 2 oz and measured 19 inches

The little man is healthy, happy, and as loud as his daddy. Mama Jaymes is doing quite well also.

The Aiken family, the Foster family, and the Parker family are all thrilled.

We’ll share more at some point in the future. Love to you all! [/quote]

Clay Aiken to Parker Foster Aiken: I Am Your Father! 8

Friday, August 8, 2008, 11:01 AM | Clay Aiken

Clay Aiken became a daddy Friday morning to a baby boy: Parker Foster Aiken. Congratulations!

Clay Aiken becomes a father (WRAL.com)

[quote] Clay Aiken became a father Friday morning with the birth of a baby boy, his mother told WRAL’s Lynda Loveland in an exclusive interview.

Aiken’s best friend, producer Jaymes Foster, gave birth at 8:08 a.m. at an undisclosed location in North Carolina.

Parker Foster Aiken weighed 6 pounds 2 ounces and was 19 inches long.

Aiken’s mother, Faye, said the baby has dark hair and that her son is smiling from ear-to-ear. [/quote]

Clay Aiken Expecting a Baby Boy — “It’s a Boy!” 15

Monday, June 2, 2008, 05:17 PM | Clay Aiken

Clay Aiken expecting a baby boy (NY Daily News)

[quote] After confirming the rather surprising news that Clay Aiken will be a father this coming August, TMZ now reports that the sex of the baby is a boy.

Although they’re not a couple, the “American Idol” star and music producer Jaymes Foster are expecting their first child together. The two have reportedly been close friends ever since working together on “Idol.” [/quote]

LOL LOL LOL

Be strong Clay. This will immortalize you in the tabloids. You can sell the pictures for millions and donate it to charity like St. Angelina! The future looks so awesome! Go Clay!

We should take suggestions for names. Clayton, Jr.!

TMZ: Clay Aiken Impregnates David Foster’s Sister 45

Thursday, May 29, 2008, 02:06 PM | Clay Aiken

Clay Aiken Impregnates Someone! (TMZ)

[quote] TMZ has learned Clay Aiken is going to be a daddy. In case you didn’t process that, Clay Aiken is going to be a daddy.

We’re told Foster was artificially inseminated. But Clay is a lot more than sperm — we’re told he will have an active role in raising the child. [/quote]

*shock*