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Clay Aiken Says 'I'm Gay'

  • Posted on Sep 23rd 2008 6:01PM by Benjy Eisen
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When Clay Aiken shot to stardom via the 21 million viewers who watched him come in second place on the second season of television's 'American Idol,' he gave America not only a new idol, but new reason to visit the office water cooler. More people loved him than hated him, most people agreed the kid could sing, but everybody questioned two things: his age and his sexuality.

Now, at the age of 30, Aiken has come out of the closet, spilling the beans in the upcoming issue of People magazine. He's shown on the cover, with the headline "Yes, I'm gay," cradling his baby with the quote, "I cannot raise a child to lie or to hide things."

So, you're gay and we're proud of you, Clay. Plus, this way, we won't have to pretend that we don't think that you think you're hiding something we're pretty sure you're not. Wait, what?
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stok411

Hey Clay Iam glad you came out and said you were gay. I think your songs and voice is great.

November 11 2008 at 3:10 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply
mecjan7

It doesn't matter to me if he's gay or straight. He's talented and THE MOST beautiful singing voice. Don't agree with his life style, but as long as he doesn't flaunt it, keeps it private-----I just want to continue to hear him sing and buy his CD's.

September 24 2008 at 10:29 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply
michelleconnally

I am not surprised at all! Honesty is sometimes the best policy. If he feels liberated "coming out" then more power to him, he will have to deal with all that comes along with the lifestyle that he has chosen.

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Queen

I don't care what his sexually preface is!

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