Clay Aiken

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Recent Role:
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Gender:
Male
Born:
11-30-1978
Birthplace:
Raleigh, North Carolina
Birth Name:
Clayton Holmes Grissom
AKA:
Clay Aiken
-Took his mother's maiden name, Aiken.

-His mother - Faye Aiken, Father - Ray Parker, brothers - Brett& Jeff, Sister - Amy, biological father - Vernon Grissom

-Graduated University of North Carolina Charlotte in December, 2003, with a degree in Special Education.

-He has a dog named Raleigh, a Border Terrier.

-Nickname: "Gonzo" (which he aquired from the children at the "Y")

-He is allergic to chocolate, mint, mushrooms, shellfish, tree nuts and coffee.

-Phobias: cats and water















More -Weighs 145 pounds

-Height: 6'1"

-Natural hair colour is red

-Shoe size: 11 - 13.5

-Religion: Southern Baptist

-Was a contestant on season 2 of American Idol which he finished in second behind Ruben Studdard

-He went on to top the sale charts that year when he released him first single "Bridge Over Troubled Waters/This is the Night" on June 10th, 2003. It went platinum and sold over 600 000 copies in it's first week alone. It later won the AMA for best-selling for single that year.

-He has since released his album "Measure of a Man", and a Christmas album entitled "Merry Christmas With Love" and both went platinum and were best-sellers

-He recorded "Proud of You Boy" for the Special Edition 2-Disc DVD of Aladdin. This was a track cut from the orginal movie.

-He has toured 5 times which includes the Idol Tour, Independent Tour, his Summer Tour (Clay Aiken), Joyful Noise Tour and the Jukebox Tour

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    10 Perfect
    What a great man! hide show

    I have been obbsessed with him ever since he was on American Idol. He is probably one of the greatest singers that has ever been on there. His voice is so pure and whole and he himself is also. As a lot of people say, he should have won American Idol. And even though he didn't win the show, he won over America's hearts. Of course he has one of the greatest selling singles of all time since 'Candle in the Wind' by Elton John and one of the fastest sold album in one week. So, to me he has pretty much won in my book. He has one of the biggest hearts also. He has a foundation called the Bubel-Aiken Foundation and is a Unicef official. He also taught an autistic little boy before American Idol. And no matter what the press throws at him, he is strong and takes it like a man. Another thing is that he is totally sexy in that geeky kind of way. I could keep writing about him for hours! His album Measure of a Man went Double Platinum in the first month and no one ever hears about Ruben anymore(oh what a shame*cough*). He is just an awesome guy! I ♥ him.

    One of the Biggest Claymates ever,
    Sim♥

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    9.1 Superb
    Talented but not a fan. hide show

    Clay Aiken is an amazing singer, he was on the second season of American Idol. He made it to the final two but lost to Ruben Studdard. But after American Idol he had more success than any contestant on that season the winner included. He has had a couple of albums and he just caught the love of the fans. Most people are angered that Clay did not win that season and that he was cheated. Right now it does not even matter he has already gained mroe success and is more popular than the winner of American Idol. His music is something to remember.

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    10 Perfect
    Clay Aiken is such a fantastic singer!!! hide show

    I think Clay Aiken is one of the best singers around today. He is an amazing singer and he is such a kind hearted person. He even has his own foundation, called The Bubel/Aiken foundation. I have been a fan of Clay's ever since he started on American Idol - season 2. Which, I think he should have won the competition. I love Clay's book he wrote! It's great.

    I can't wait until his second album comes out in stores. It's going to be so awesome! Some of my favourite Clay song's are: "Tears Run Dry", Mary, Did You Know", and "This Is The Night".

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    10 Perfect
    Clay Aiken... what else is there to say? hide show

    Clay Aiken has a great, great voice and he should've won the season 2 finale. I'm not saying that Ruben isn't good it's just that he's really good and he's handsome. He was on the season 5 American Idol finale and he looked amazing with longer hair! In fact, he looked kinda hot. I can't believe I'm falling for a man 15 years older than me. Well, he sings great, I love his songs. And no matter what other people say, he's still #1. Clay is just phenomenal, I mean, charity work? Not a lot of people like doing charity work. That's why Clay is one of a kind. He likes helping and I support him for that. Even though I didn't see the second season of American Idol, I can tell from his albums (and of course, his looks) that he's gonna be a bigger star someday. I just know it.

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    10 Perfect
    Talented and Beautiful both on and off the air!! hide show

    I think that Clay should had been the American Idol of 2003
    Despite being the "runner-up", he is really on a roll
    And that he isn't just a beautiful person on the air
    But off it as he acts humble and modest as well as does
    Charity work for children. I can't say that about all stars when they get big
    Glad he remains humble and true to his roots and thanks his mom!

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