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Clay Aiken Latest News

Birth Name:Clay Holmes Grissom

Birth Place:Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Profession Soundtrack, Actor

Always a Bridesmaid: Clay Aiken Loses Congressional Race

Clay Aiken came in second yet again. The American Idol and Celebrity Apprentice runner-up was defeated by incumbent Rep. Renee Ellmers in Tuesday's election, losing his bid to represent North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District, The Associated Press reports.

Wed, Nov 5, 2014
Always a Bridesmaid: Clay Aiken Loses Congressional Race

Clay Aiken Wins Democratic Congressional Nomination After Opponent Dies

Former American Idol contestant Clay Aiken has won the Democratic nomination for a Congressional seat in North Carolina, a day after his opponent in the race died suddenly, The Associated Press reports.

Tue, May 13, 2014
Clay Aiken Wins Democratic Congressional Nomination After Opponent Dies

VIDEO: Clay Aiken Officially Announces Run for Congress

Former American Idol runner-up Clay Aiken officially announced his candidacy for Congress Wednesday. In a video filmed in his childhood home Aiken, 35, shared difficult stories from his past, including an abusive father, and explained how they have inspired him to run for political office. 

Wed, Feb 5, 2014
VIDEO: Clay Aiken Officially Announces Run for Congress

Report: Clay Aiken Considering Run for Congress

Clay Aiken is "actively considering" a run for Congress in North Carolina's 2nd congressional district, according to the Washington Blade. The singer, who would run as a Democrat, has already taken the initial steps, having reportedly consulted with political strategist Betsy Conti, who worked for former Vice President Al Gore, made phone calls to gauge support, and talked to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, as well as figures in Raleigh, N.C.

Fri, Jan 3, 2014
Report: Clay Aiken Considering Run for Congress

12 American Idol Alums Who Would Make Good Judges

As part of American Idol's complete overhaul for its upcoming 13th season, the show is considering hiring former alums to join the judges' panel.

Tue, Jun 11, 2013
12 American Idol Alums Who Would Make Good Judges

Jennifer Hudson in Talks to Join American Idol

Jennifer Hudson may be returning to American Idol. After news broke that American Idol may employ alumni as judges next season...

Fri, May 24, 2013
Jennifer Hudson in Talks to Join American Idol

Report: American Idol Eyeing Former Contestants for Judges' Panel

American Idol is looking to replace the judges' panel with former contestants, according to a new report by Vulture. Although both Fox and the companies that produce Idol have yet to comment on next season, sources tell Vulture that Jennifer Hudson and Kelly Clarkson have both been approached, and that Adam Lambert and Clay Aiken are on the shortlist as well.

Wed, May 22, 2013
Report: American Idol Eyeing Former Contestants for Judges' Panel

Celebrity Apprentice: The Final Four Preview

Enough of Gary Busey and his ridiculousness. It's time for the Celebrity Apprentice competition to really begin.

Sat, May 11, 2013
Celebrity Apprentice: The Final Four Preview

Who Won Celebrity Apprentice?

[SPOILER ALERT: The following story reveals the winner of Celebrity Apprentice. Read at your own risk.]

Mon, May 21, 2012
Who Won Celebrity Apprentice?

11 Signs This Will Be Celebrity Apprentice's Funniest, Most Ridiculous Season Ever

Watching celebrities be forced to do "normal people" things like selling hot dogs, or working as hotel employees is inherently funny. But when you throw in a few hilarious comedians and B-listers that have inflated perceptions of their own notoriety — as they have on this season's Celebrity Apprentice — it almost guarantees viewers will be laughing the whole way through.

Fri, Feb 17, 2012
11 Signs This Will Be Celebrity Apprentice's Funniest, Most Ridiculous Season Ever