Clay Aiken Biography

Can anyone say how some people are destined become pop star overnight sensations? The Clay Aiken Biography can do that. With the aid of a popular TV show called American Idol, this young man became one of America's favorite contenders that millions of people were rooting for. Clay did not win the number one spot on the show that year. He came in second place, but it secured him a spot as a pop star icon none the less.

Clay was born Clayton Holmes Grissom in Raleigh, North Carolina to Faye Aiken Parker and his late father, Vernon Grissom. His birth was celebrated November 30, 1978, just a few days after Thanksgiving Day, which gave Clay's family something to truly be thankful for.

Although Clay came in second place on American Idol's second year hit show, he went on to be one of this shows most famous alumni. He also holds the crown for being the most successful non-winning stars of the American Idol's all time competitions. It was because of Clays powerful, heartfelt renditions and song choices that endeared him to the hearts of millions American Idol viewers that year. His meteoric rise on that reality competition will always to a permanent fixture in the Clay Aiken biography.

Clay is not your typical pop star. He has always remained true to himself. Clay has family values that have stayed with him throughout his career. He still lives in his hometown and still treasures the relationships of the ones he has loved and known all of his life. It is this young man's authenticity that all of Clay's fans respond to. In today's pop star world, it is Clay's unconventional lifestyle that helps make him such a big sensation.

Since Clay's rise to rock star fame, he has chosen his projects with care and precision. His three albums "A Thousand Different Ways", "Measure Of A Man" and "Merry Christmas With Love" album are all solid winners that has gained Clay Aiken an ever broader fan base throughout the world. Another side of the Clay Aiken biography is his passionate commitment to humanitarian work. Clay created the Bubel/Aiken Foundation in 2003. This organization is committed to funding recreational and educational programs for special needs children. Clay always worked with children that are disabled. Because of his exposure as a pop icon, Clay is now able to truly make a difference in the lives of those less fortunate.

Clay Aiken Trivia Facts

Clay had plans to audition for "The Amazing Race" before changing his mind and auditioning for American Idol. Although he was rejected at the North Carolina auditions, Clay did not stay down. He auditioned for "Idol" again in Atlanta, Georgia the next weekend and became a finalist. Lucky for all his fans, Clay liked singing better than driving!

Clay's nickname is "Gonzo". When he was working at a YMCA children's camp, they began calling Clay Gonzo and the nickname stuck.

Clay Aiken Quotes

"And I think that when I finally decided to let go and let God and allow that to happen, I became a lot more successful than I could have done if I had planned it all myself."Clay Aiken

"But I was going to be a teacher my entire life, so I wasn't counting on money to much."Clay Aiken

"I auditioned just for fun."Clay Aiken

"I could have a degree in music and come on the show, and Simon could still say 'You stink'."Clay Aiken

"I decided to study special education and fell in love with working with individuals with autism. That's what I planned to do with my life."

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