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Clay Aiken just addressed his infamous feud with Kelly Ripa, followed by Rosie O’Donnell accidentally outing him on live TV, 20 years after the uncomfortable incidents.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / May 13

Clay Aiken Reveals How ‘American Idol’ Has Changed Since He Was on the Show

American Idol Season 2 runner-up Clay Aiken returned to the reality competition series that made him a star this week to perform his new single “Rewind.” He also reprised a song he sang on the show when he competed on it, “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me,” paired with Top 5 finalist Braden Rumfelt.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / April 28

‘American Idol’ Star Clay Aiken Shares Photo of Lookalike Son Parker All Dressed Up for Prom

American Idol star Clay Aiken just shared a photo of his son Parker’s prom photo — and not only does he look so grown up, but he’s the spitting image of his famous father.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / January 2

‘American Idol’ Fans Beg for Clay Aiken’s Return to the Show After Surprise Season 24 Trailer Cameo

We’re just weeks away from the Season 24 premiere of American Idol, and to kick off the new year, ABC released a new promo featuring host Ryan Seacrest and judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan.

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15 reality TV stars who made splashes into politics

Whether it's the red carpet or the campaign trail, it's clear that some personalities never get tired of the spotlight.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / April 8, 2025

Where Is ‘American Idol’ Season 2 Runner-Up Clay Aiken Now? His Life 22 Years Later

Although Clay Aiken didn’t achieve major mainstream success after his time on American Idol in 2003, he’s still one of the more well-known alum from the singing competition.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 16, 2024

Clay Aiken reveals the most 'heartbreaking' part of being a parent

Clay Aiken finds it "heartbreaking" that his son has grown up so fast. The 46-year-old singer has Parker Foster Aiken, 15, with music producer Jaymes Foster and explained that while he is "incredibly proud" to have seen what his little boy has become, it is somewhat upsetting because of how much children "change" as they age.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / August 16, 2024

‘Celebrity Family Feud’: Steve Harvey Has Never Heard of Two Huge Marvel Stars – Fans React

Steve Harvey is clearly not a fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as he had trouble recognizing two of the franchise’s biggest stars on the August 6 edition of Celebrity Family Feud.

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20 reality TV contestants who lost the show but won in the end

When contestants are cast on that show they've dreamed about being on for years, they want to do everything they can to pull out the win. In some cases, losing was the best thing that could've happened to them. Keep scrolling to read about 20 reality TV contestants who lost their show but won much success in the end.

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Singing show contestants who didn't win but still found success

Even if you win a singing competition, making a living as a musician isn't easy. But some of our best singers have proven that you don’t need to win to become a star. These singing competition contestants didn't win but still had successful careers.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / January 10, 2022

Clay Aiken announces congressional run in North Carolina: 'We need powerful voices'

Clay Aiken grew to mainstream fame as the American Idol Season 2 runner-up in 2003, but is now looking to use his voice in a different way.

Athletes who went into the world of politics

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What was the No. 1 song on the Fourth of July for the past 30 years?

Sure, you probably already have your playlist for your Fourth of July party set. That said, there's always time for some late additions! We've dusted off our time machine to figure out what the top Independence Day song was every year for the past 30 years.