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On Celebrity Apprentice, Clay Aiken lost to Arsenio Hall. Should Arsenio Hall have won Celebrity Apprentice? Both Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall are likeable and well-known celebrities in the entertainment industry.Contributor: lindagoffiganPublished: May 29, 2012  

Adam Lambert hasn't forgiven Clay Aiken just yet, as the video above will confirm. Invited on Bravo's “Plead the Fifth,” the singer said he had no nice things to say about Clay, thus proving he's still harboring some resentment over an older feud.  

Sorry, Jessica Sanchez fanatics, but it looks like Phillip Phillips may not just be another “White Guy With Guitar” after all. Of course, season 2′s Clay Aiken and Ruben Studdard had bigger debut sales weeks in 2003 — Aiken’s “This Is the Night” sold 393,000 units and Studdard’s ...  

Following Clay Aiken's surprising loss to Arsenio Hall on Sunday night's live Celebrity Apprentice finale, a conspiracy theory emerged suggesting the show was fixed, collusion between Trump and NBC and Comcast and Magic Johnson and quite possibly Voldemort. After I praised Clay's performance, some of Clay's fans flooded the comments with versions of the theory: Comcast, as part of its agreement with the government to diversify its networks...  

Clay Aiken lost his second national reality TV competition on Sunday, losing Celebrity Apprentice to Arsenio Hall, who joked that he was "Skinny Ruben" [Studdard]. Both were deserving finalists and either would have been a satisfying winner, and their friendship throughout the competition made it even more rewarding. Still, I think Clay Aiken was the real winner. The win itself is meaningless--except for the $250,000 for the winner's charity...  

Everyone loves a good TV feud, of course. And now that Adam Lambert's neon-painted claws have so thrillingly come out during a recent Bravo interview, when he was grilled about fellow "American Idol" runner-up Clay Aiken, I can't wait to "watch what ...  

Adam Lambert can't think of anything nice to say about Clay Aiken-- so he says nothing at all. The American Idol season eight runner-up took a swipe at the season-two runner-up Thursday night during a guest appearance on Bravo's Watch What Happens ...  

I was thoroughly entertained by Watch What Happens Live‘s guests Beth Ditto and Adam Lambert last night on Bravo.  Andy Cohen, Lord Sh*tstirrer of the manor, played “Plead The Fifth” with both singers, a game that could get some into lots of trouble.  

The National Inclusion Project and Co-founders Clay Aiken and Diane Bubel are proud to announce the 9th Annual Champions Gala. RALEIGH, NC, May 24, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/-- The National Inclusion Project and Co-founders Clay Aiken and Diane Bubel are ...  

In 2003, an unknown singer named Clay Aiken dazzled the competition but finished as a runner-up to Ruben Studdard in the second season of "American Idol." He recently made his return to national TV competition as a participant on "Celebrity...  

Singer Adam Lambert can't think of anything nice to say about Clay ... On Sunday's finale, Aiken came in second behind late-night talk show host Arsenio Hall.  

Time started moving in slow motion for Arsenio Hall when Donald Trump named him the winner of "The Celebrity Apprentice" on NBC Sunday (May 20) night, but the win and publicity surrounding the show could potentially put his return to show business on the fast track. Arsenio tells Zap2it Monday that his business manager has been on the phone all morning following the former late-night host's big win."And I hope it's more than Walgreens...  

"American Idol" runner-up Clay Aiken was a contender from the outset on NBC's "The Celebrity Apprentice," making it clear that he's not up for coming in second place again. While his co-finalist Arsenio Hall, though still a hard worker throughout the season, mostly established a reputation for losing it with teammate Aubrey O'Day and letting loose a tirade of choice expletives about the pop singer. Donald Trump and others seemed satisfied that...  

After first planning to audition for Amazing Race, Clay Aiken gave American Idol a shot instead ... His debut single, "This Is the Night," bested Elton John's record-holding "Candle in the Wind" for first-week sales, and subsequent albums – including ...  

Clay Aiken shares a laugh with Access as he jokes about losing "Celebrity Apprentice" on the same day he lost "American Idol" nine years ago. (Access Hollywood)  

Cinestars’ Brittany Umar joins me to talk about the upcoming season of “Single Ladies” without Stacey Dash, who might win “American Idol” and the battle between Arsenio Hall and Clay Aiken on “Celebrity Apprentice” this past Sunday ...  

Arsenio Hall beat out singer Clay Aiken in the season finale of the business ... He proved he had a winning strategy to make it through the grueling schedule. I congratulate him on his win -- Arsenio's a star all the way and clearly back on top."  

Out pop star Clay Aiken was narrowly bested by former talk show host Arsenio Hall on Sunday night's Celebrity Apprentice finale. Apprentice host Donald Trump said he was torn, but ultimately hired Hall and fired Aiken. Hall won more money for ...  

The only thing worse than finishing second is finishing second twice. On a reality competition show. In front of dear old mom. On Sunday night's "Celebrity Apprentice," Clay Aiken (and his adoring Claymate fans) collectively suffered from that ...  

Clay Aiken visits ‘Face the Nation.’ Handout art THIS POST HAS BEEN UPDATED: Here’s something I never expected to write: “American Idol” alum Clay Aiken will be a guest this weekend on CBS’ “Face the Nation.” The topic will be President Barack Obama’s endorsement of gay marriage. Other panelists are  Tony Perkins of the Family Research Council; Mark McKinnon [...]  

In the battle between two smart, talented and classy gentlemen, laughter trumps music as Arsenio Hall steals the spotlight away from Clay Aiken in the season finale of "Celebrity Apprentice." United in cause and spirit, with a common goal to earn huge ...  

But tonight, it came down to “American Idol” runner-up Clay Aiken and former late-night talk show host Arsenio Hall. Trump named Hall the winner.  It was a close call. Aiken raised more money but Hall won both his challenges while Aiken split his.  

Despite earning almost double that of his opponent in the final task, singer Clay Aiken was fired by Donald Trump, who awarded comic Arsenio Hall the show's title and a $250,000 prize for his charity, the Magic Johnson Foundation. On Sunday ...  

Penn Jillette, Debbie Gibson, Dee Snider and Aubrey O'Day worked with Clay Aiken; Adam Carolla, Lisa Lampanelli, Paul Teutul, Sr. and Teresa Giudice worked with Arsenio Hall. Some artificial tension was built in, but in general all the tasks ...  

NEW YORK (WECT) – The season finale of Celebrity Apprentice airs Sunday night where Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall will battle it out in the final assignment – to put on a major entertainment event. Aiken hopes his luck or good looks are enough to keep ...  

On Sunday night, Hall, 56, became Donald Trump’s latest favored protégé as he was crowned winner of season 5 of the reality contest, beating out “American Idol” runner-up Clay Aiken in the process. “I can’t wait to deliver this $250, ...  

Arsenio Hall won NBC’s Celebrity Apprentice last night, beating out former American Idol runner-up Clay Aiken in the show’s finale. The 56-year-old comedian, Hall, the clear underdog going into the last show, put his head down on the table ...  

Both Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall sang Lean On Me. during the Celebrity Apprentice Finale.  The show took an interesting twist before the Celebrity Apprentice winner was revealed and it had nothing to do with the results. Frankly, since it wasn ...  

'In general, we have always been a state that takes responsible steps and this is an example ... of the state taking a very irresponsible step,' says Aiken of the ban.By Gil Kaufman Clay Aiken Photo: Bruce Glikas/ FilmMagic The entertainment industry reaction to North Carolina's constitutional ban on gay marriage was swift, with everyone from President Obama to "The Ides of March" actress Evan Rachel Wood and season two "American...  

Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall faced off in one final challenge Sunday night. The duo, with the help of former Celebrity Apprentice competitors, were given the task of putting together a variety show and throwing a party to benefit their respective ...  

During Sunday's final task -- to produce, sell tickets to and stage a variety show for charity -- Hall netted $167,100 thanks to donations from celeb pals including Jay Leno, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy and Jimmy Kimmel. (For his part, Aiken, 33, raised $ ...  

Each contestant had to stage a charity event and create a public service announcement. Aiken raised more money than Hall, bringing in $301,500, with Hall raising $167,100. "Arsenio Hall clearly demonstrated that he has what it takes to be a winner," Trump said.  

The two finalists going into Sunday night's two-hour season finale of NBC's "The Celebrity Apprentice" are 2003 "American Idol" runner-up Clay Aiken and Cleveland native Arsenio Hall, a Warrensville Heights High School and Kent State University graduate.  

For Clay, the question was whether team member Debbie Gibson had been sufficiently annoyed with him to quit. She was taking it personally that he was micromanaging her tasks: putting together the musical performance and hiring her sister, a mural artist ...  

The bromance between Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall will be put the test Sunday night, as two compete in a final task to win $250,000 for their respective charities on a live finale of "The Celebrity Apprentice." "It's weird because you always ...  

“The Celebrity Apprentice” 2012 was the most competitive season for the show so far, since there were more contestants (18) in one season than in any other previous season for the show. In the end, comedian/actor/TV host Arsenio Hall was ...  

NBC “Celebrity Apprentice” finalists Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall talk about their performance this season and reveal what they really think about Aubrey O’Day. Plus, Clay Aiken has a special message for Donald Trump and sets the record straight about ...  

Arsenio Hall is Donald Trump's new "Celebrity Apprentice!" It was quite a night with the season finale of the hottest celebrity-related reality show on network television. The episode kicked off with with Trump's over-the-top entrance, a pre-taped ride ...  

Clay Aiken fought tooth and nail to make it to the final two on Celebrity Apprentice Season 5, but ultimately lost out to competitor Arsenio Hall, a feeling the American Idol runner-up is all too familiar with. The final competition of the season pitted ...  

The openly gay singer has been a force to reckon with on The Celebrity Apprentice and unlike a lot of the other celebrities, he didn’t get mixed up in all the drama, back stabbing and name calling. Clay joined the reality show for one reason, to raise ...  

Arsenio Hall saw off competition from former American Idol finalist Clay Aiken to be named Donald Trumps Celebrity Apprentice on Sunday 20May12 Aiken who lost the American Idol crown to Ruben Studdard in 2003 was runner-up once again after losing to...  

‘Celebrity Apprentice’ finalists Arsenio Hall and Clay Aiken stopped by ‘The Wendy Williams Show’ yesterday to discuss this season of the hit NBC reality competition show. The two contestants discussed who they think should win the ...  

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After much moaning, Debbie gets her cousin to send over some sketches ... There's a high-end nightclub feel to the venue, and Teresa does a pretty good job designing it, with white curtain-draped booths, modern crystal chandeliers and lucite ...  

A few days before his face-off with Arsenio Hall on the finale of Donald Trump’s “The Celebrity Apprentice” (Sunday night on NBC), Clay Aiken was confident and comfortable. “I hope I’ll win,” said the openly gay singer and actor who ...  

The funnyman raised less than the 'American Idol' alum did during their fundraising events, but he managed to make a funny PSA for Magic Johnson Foundation. Donald Trump has picked Arsenio Hall as the winner of "The Celebrity Apprentice" season 5 although ...  

A few days before his face-off with Arsenio Hall on the finale of Donald Trump's “The Celebrity Apprentice” (Sunday night on NBC), Clay Aiken was confident and comfortable. “I hope I'll win,” said the openly gay singer and ...  

Singer Clay Aiken has come clean about his cosmetic surgery makeover for the new season of U S reality show Celebrity Apprentice The gay star made his nip and tuck confession during an appearance on Tuesdays 27Mar12 Watch What Happens Live chat show...  

Aubrey O'Day was still bitter about not making the final two on "The Celebrity Apprentice" (Sun., 9 p.m. ET on NBC). In the season finale, the third place finisher performed "I Will Survive" and gave Donald Trump a hard glare on the line, "You did me wrong."She made sure the audience knew it, too, explaining her move later. Ultimately, though, it wasn't about Aubrey O'Day. It was about whether or not Donald Trump would hire Arsenio Hall or...  

Clay Aiken has suggested pop sensation Rihanna would struggle on U S TV talent show American Idol because her singing isnt strong enough The former American Idol contestant was asked which current chart star would fail to impress judges on the series a...  

On May 8, New York’s Pier 60 hosted singer and Celebrity Apprentice contestant Clay Aiken and Tony nominee Montego Glover (Memphis, the Color Purple) at Night at the Pier, a fundraising gala honoring the Family Equality Council, which is now celebrating its 30th anniversary. Also there to enjoy Broadway-style performances were stage and screen David Hyde [...]  

They must stage their respective charity events before Donald Trump crowns the season's winner in the live finale. Last week, meanwhile, saw the departure of pop singer Aubrey O'Day. When asked if she thought she deserved to be in the final two ...  

Click here to view this media Gay country music star Clay Aiken on Sunday told the leader of a Christian think tank that he would eventually be "ashamed" over his opposition to rights for LGBT Americans. During a discussion about President Obama's support of same sex marriage, Family Research Council's Tony Perkins explained that "civil rights are rooted in natural law: Americans just don't see same sex marriage as being natural." "When you...  

What the men were experienced in was knowing how to entertain. When the Crystal Light executives showed up to the men’s party, Penn was busy juggling peaches (the flavor of the evening) and the men jumped into a rousing chorus of “Under the Boardwalk” by the Drifters as part of their beach party theme. The women were polished and organized with their pink pomegranate party, but the men had spontaneous fun and that spontaneity bought them...  

Like GLAAD, we can’t stand how the mainstream media will offer a platform to extremists like Family Research Council leader and failed politician Tony Perkins just to have a divergent voice. Maybe it’s saying something that the only people they can usually find to attack marriage equality are extremist hatemongers out of step with America [...]  

Clay Aiken, the famously gingered gay dad who may just win Celebrity Apprentice next Sunday, appeared on CBS' Face the Nation yesterday and handled the topic of marriage equality so well that Entertainment Weekly's Adam Vary said he looked "like a polished politician." read more  

Clay Aiken, the famously gingered gay dad who may just win The Celebrity Apprentice next Sunday, appeared on CBS's Face the Nation yesterday and handled the topic of marriage equality so well that Entertainment Weekly's Adam Vary said he looked ...  

Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall were announced as the two finalists for the reality show Celebrity Apprentice were revealed on Sunday night. While the two contestants were readied for the final tasks, it was obvious that Clay Aiken wants to prove he ...  

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Clay Aiken has fought hard on Celebrity Apprentice for the past 13 weeks. One of the two final contestants on the reality show, the last task will determine if Clay Aiken will take home the big prize for the National Inclusion Project.  

LOS ANGELES (LALATE) – Clay Aiken weighed in Bristol Palin’s comments about Barack Obama and the recent Amendment One in North Carolina. Clay Aiken says that Bristol Palin has no reason to voice disapproval of President Obama’s recent ...  

It was this week's episode of Celebrity Apprentice where Donald Trump and Clay Aiken understood that they didn't understand me, and feeling misunderstood by Donald Trump and Clay Aiken is it's own kind of joy. Passion and art can be more important than money.  

Monty Python's Spamalot' star Clay Aiken and comedian Arsenio Hall have been chosen by Donald Trump as the two remaining finalists on NBC's THE CELEBRITY APPRENTICE. On the May 20th live season finale airing from New York City, the two finalists will ...  

American Idol alum Clay AikenPresident Barack Obama’s endorsement of gay marriage has become a topic of wide discussion throughout the world. Before the presidential election 2012 it being the lead topic of TV show and similar is going to be taken place where “American Idol” alum Clay Aiken will be a guest this weekend on CBS’ “Face the Nation.” Clayton Holmes "Clay" Aiken began his rise to fame on the second season of the television program...  

Singer Clay Aiken and lawyer Ted Olson on Sunday joined a Face the Nation panel on gay marriage. Aiken, Olson, Newsweek contributor Mark McKinnon, Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick, Freedom to Marry CEO Evan Wolfson and Family Research ...  

Last night, Night at the Pier featured Broadway-themed performances in honor of the 30th anniversary of Family Equality Council, the national organization that connects, supports and represents the one million parents in the U.S. who are lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender LGBT. View photos of the performers and attendees - including MEMPHIS star Montego Glover, singer Clay Aiken, the cast of NEWSIES, Tony Award-winner David Hyde Pierce and...  

Clay Aiken wasn’t even out of the closet when he shot to prominence a decade ago on American Idol, though the singer was long the subject of gay rumors before he finally came out of the closet years later. In fact, Clay Aiken is almost like a ...  

After a season packed with frequent feuds and business battles, the drama will soon come to an end on "The Celebrity Apprentice" -- but don't expect Sunday night's finale to reflect the boardroom bitterness viewers saw all season long.  

Celebrity Apprentice contestant and singer Clay Aiken on Sunday told the leader of a Christian think tank that he would eventually be “ashamed” over his opposition to rights for LGBT Americans. During a discussion about President Obama’s support of ...  

Gay country music star Clay Aiken confronted Family Research Council President Tony Perkins on CBS’s Face the Nation on Sunday (video below) over the topic of gay marriage. Perkins said: “When you look at [the ban on] interracial marriage, that was wrong.  

Here's hoping history doesn't repeat itself for Clay Aiken. Earning a spot in Donald Trump's final two on The Celebrity Apprentice Sunday, Aiken, 33, will face off against pal Arsenio Hall, 56, for bragging rights on next week's ...  

Aubrey O’Day won’t be one of the two finalists when “The Celebrity Apprentice” names its winner Sunday, although the singer lasted almost to the end. She’s on Team Clay as song stylist Clay Aiken and comic Arsenio Hall compete to work ...  

Brooke Cain on the "Happiness is a Warm TV" blog: Correct me if I'm wrong, but I'm guessing Clay Aiken is the first "American Idol" contestant to appear as a guest on CBS's "Face the Nation." Clay, who is also a finalist on the current season of ...  

They don't call her the Queen of Mean for nothing, people. Lisa Lampanelli may have berated poor Dayana Mendoza on a regular basis during this season of The Celebrity Apprentice, but perhaps the notorious roaster was ...  

The current 'Celebrity Apprentice' contestant voices his opinion of same-sex marriage when appearing alongside Family Research Council President Tony Perkins on CBS' 'Face the Nation'. Clay Aiken believes that people will be left embarrassed by their ...  

As one of the two finalists on Sunday's (May 13) "The Celebrity Apprentice," Clay Aiken is having deja vu, but he says, "this time, I ain't gonna lose." The "American Idol" runner-up is going head-to-head with former late-night host Arsenio Hall ...  

Aubrey O'Day may not be a slut, but she is out of a job. The outspoken ... whatever she is gave it her best all season long, but she was fired Sunday on Celebrity Apprentice, leaving Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall as the last men standing and vying for the ...  

(Lisa Lampanelli, Adam Carolla, Paul Teutul Sr. and Teresa Giudice helped Hall) The completion of the task will be shown on Sunday's live finale, where either Aiken or Hall will receive the equivalent of their show's ticket sales, along with a $250,000 ...  

According to Entertainment Weekly, Aiken held his own on the panel with Tony Perkins, president of the conservative Family Research Council (which staunchly opposes gay marriage); Ted Olsen, former solicitor general under President Bush and head counsel ...  

Gay country music star Clay Aiken on Sunday told the leader of a Christian think tank that he would eventually be “ashamed” over his opposition to rights for LGBT Americans. During a discussion about President Obama’s support of same sex ...  

As the latest edition of Celebrity Apprentice comes to a close, Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall face Aubrey O’Day in the boardroom ahead of the season finale. After an emotional season of Celebrity Apprentice, former American Idol runner-up, Clay Aiken, and ...  

On Sunday’s season finale of Celebrity Apprentice, out singer Clay Aiken came in second place to Arsenio Hall, even though Aiken had been undefeated as team leader and roundly beat Hall in the final challenge, $301,500 to $167,100.  Was it because Hall pulled in a cameo by Magic Johnson for his PSA or because Donald [...]  

Mother’s Day was an opportunity for revelations. Former “American Idol” runner-up and current “Celebrity Apprentice” contestant talked about gay marriage opposition on CBS’ “Face the Nation”. Sunday 13th was more than just the day to ...  

"Celebrity Apprentice" and "American Idol" finalist Clay ... to Marry chair Evan Wolfson on Sunday's "Face the Nation" to tackle the topic of same-sex marriage. "I think today it's even less conservative ... in the country music world than ...  

The cast of Newsies, Tony Award nominee Montego Glover and "American Idol" finalist and Broadway actor Clay Aiken delivered knockout performances May 8 during Family Equality Council's Night at the Pier celebration.  

Singer Clay Aiken has criticized Bristol Palin for knocking President Obama's support for gay marriage. In a blog post, titled Hail to the Chiefs – Malia and Sasha Obama, Palin lashed out at the president for supposedly letting his daughters ...  

It only took a few minutes before Donald Trump sent someone packing Sunday night on "The Celebrity Apprentice." Picking up from last week's episode left off, Trump -- in what I thought was a surprise move -- fired singer Aubrey O'Day, leaving ...  

Aiken, who came out as gay in 2008, appeared on "Face the Nation" as part of a panel alongside Freedom to Marry's Evan Wolfson, Bush advisor Mark McKinnon, Newsweek contributor Ted Olsen and the Family Research Council's Tony Perkins to debate the issue.  

No, it wasn’t a task for The Celebrity Apprentice (wrong network, for starters). Former American Idol runner-up and current Celeb Apprentice contestant Clay Aiken appeared this morning on CBS’ Face the Nation on a panel about gay ...  

DURHAM (WTVD) -- Raleigh singer Clay Aiken took a stand against Amendment One to a national audience Wednesday night on CNN. Aiken, who is gay, said he was concerned that North Carolina voters passed the amendment, which defined marriage as a union between ...  

“American Idol” finalist Clay Aiken, who made his Broadway debut in Monty Python’s Spamalot, and comedian Arsenio Hall are the finalists on NBC's “Celebrity Apprentice.”  

Who Won Celebrity Apprentice? Seattle Post-Intelligencer Copyright 2012 Seattle Post-Intelligencer. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 07:25 a.m., Monday, May 21, 2012 Read at your own risk. Clay Aiken: always the bridesmaid, never the bride on reality shows. Nine years after finishing second to Ruben Studdard on American Idol, Aiken had...  

The aforementioned Andrew Sullivan story is out now, and it really is rather like that Toni Morrison essay: ... The core gay experience throughout history has been displacement, a sense of belonging and yet not belonging. Gays are born mostly into ...  

Aiken noted that ever since he was an “American Idol” finalist in 2003 he has seen Americans change their opinion on the issue of gay marriage. “I think today it’s even less conservative … in the country music world than was in 2003, when I was ...  

Raleigh native and current Durham resident Clay Aiken, the runner-up on the second season of “American Idol,” is a favorite to win the top spot on this season of NBC’s “The Celebrity Apprentice.” The celebrities on the reality show ...  

A panel on women voters brings together Romney supporter Bay Buchanan, Obama supporter Anita Dunn, Norah O’Donnell of CBS and Melinda Henneberger ... president of the American Conservative Union; Kathleen Parker of The Washington Post; Jonathan Capehart ...  

Brandon posted a shorter clip of yesterday's Face the Nation segment in his round-up last night, but the whole thing's worth watching because it also includes segments with Ted Olsen, Newsweek contributor and Bush advisor Mark McKinnon, and Freedom to ...  

Aubrey O'Day gave it her best all season long on Celebrity Apprentice, but that wasn't enough. Team Clay and Team Arsenio were told to direct, produce and star in a variety show to raise money for their charities. They also had to sell tickets ...  

After Clay showed off about always being considered the strongest ... She persevered: ‘I hope I die undeveloped’. After hearing that John Rich and Marlee Matlin, the previous winner and runner-up, felt she was ‘transparent’ and akin to ‘an ...  

In the first ten minutes of tonight’s show, we will see another celebrity FIRED by Donald Trump. My sources tell me that Aubrey O’Day will be the one that gets fired and I personally can’t wait for the bitch to be fired. Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall will be the final two and rumour has it that Clay Aiken is … Keep Reading  

Celebrity Apprentice contestant and former American Idol competitor Clay Aiken is positively distraught over his home state of North Carolina passing a very restrictive piece of legislation that aims to prohibit the legalization of gay marriage. On May 8th ...  

Perkins made the claim on CBS' "Face the Nation" on Sunday, saying, "I think that Barack Obama has helped fit that missing piece of intensity that Mitt Romney is going to need." He also highlighted that the president's announcement could be ...  

But once in awhile Mom would like to know she said something profound. When Clay came out as gay, how did he tell you, and what was your first response? I actually don't remember my first response. I think I was quite surprised. He told me as we ...  

Former President Bill Clinton, NC Governor Bev Perdue, Senator Kay Hagan and Clay Aiken are among those featured in a final ad to defeat Amendment One. North Carolina voters on Tuesday will decided on the amendment, which would bar the state ...  

On Wednesday night's "American Idol," judges praised Jessica Sanchez, who belted Jazmine Sullivan's "Stuttering," and gave a standing ovation to Joshua Ledet, who celebrated his 20th birthday with the up-tempo "Runaway Baby" by Bruno Mars. The Week 7 finalists, who...  

To be fair, calling Clay Aiken and Rihanna “enemies” is a bit premature at this point in the game. Right now, Rihanna probably isn’t aware than any gauntlet has been thrown down. But it has, by the always adorable and talented Clay Aiken. Here’s a couple of quotes from Clay’s appearance on the show Watch [...]  

"The thing that affects everyone, whether it's same-sex couples or opposite-sex couples who have children, is unless they are married opposite-sex couples who are living together or who have children run the risk of losing health insurance for the child if ...  

Following Barack Obama's statement of support, actor and comedian Lewis Black expressed disbelief in the delay, wondering why it's taken so long for the country to come to this conclusion: "About 5 years ago it was like I had done all the ...  

The Celebrity Apprentice took a break from quasi-business world tasks last night and just let its celebrity performers perform, albeit in a new medium: improvisational puppetry, which was also an ad for Jim Henson's adults-only Stuffed and Unstrung. And that caused one of its performers to break down. Also Paul Teutul got fired. Before the puppet show, Lisa flipped out on Dayana, saying, "How about this? Do whatever you fucking want," and...  

A constitutional law against gay marriage, otherwise known as Amendment 1 in the state of North Carolina has officially been passed. As of May 8th, 2012, the votes are in and gay marriage, is officially banned in North Carolina. For weeks ...  

Has Clay Aiken been spending too much time with Donald Trump? During his Tuesday visit to Bravo's Watch What Happens, the normally mild-mannered singer (and current Celebrity Apprentice contestant) dissed Rihanna's singing skills. We hope Clay isn't seriously trying to start a feud -- because we're 99 percent sure Rihanna could take him. Watch the clip below!  

The Celebrity Apprentice's first hour on Sunday included a fight between Clay Aiken and Penn Jillette over Blue Man Group's cash donation to the team, which they offered by blowing cash all over the streets of New York City. The episode gave us a pretty clear account of what happened and the subsequent conflict, but both men have written accounts of the episode online to elaborate about exactly what happened, and unsurprisingly, they have...  

"American Idol" runner-up Clay Aiken is a runner-up once again. The Raleigh native lost top honors on "The Celebrity Apprentice" to former talk show host Arsenio Hall, in a live show broadcast Sunday night on NBC. Contestants on the show work to ...  

Clay Aiken has gone all Randy Jackson on Rihanna. In an interview last night with Andy Cohen, the former American Idol runner-up was asked about the state of pop music. Specifically: which current singer would NOT make it past the first round of the Fox competition? "There's too many, I've stopped listening to them because they can't sing" Aiken replied, before ultimately coming down on Rihanna - who is NOT dating Ashton Kutcher, people...  

After making her Broadway debut in The Color Purple, Glover received rave reviews on Broadway in the role of Felicia Farrell in the Tony Award Winning Best ... to Broadway audiences last spring. Scott Davenport, Chief Operating Officer of ...  

John tells Trump he felt she was trying to play him. Clay talks about his charity, which helps train people to include those with special needs into summer programs. Marlee says she thinks Clay has played the game safely. He says he hasn't made ...  

Clay Aiken is reality TV's perpetual also-ran. Nearly a decade after he came in second place on "American Idol," Aiken lost to former late night talk show host Arsenio Hall on Sunday's season finale of "The Celebrity Apprentice." The comedian and "Coming ...  

Arsenio Hall beat out former "American Idol" finalist Clay Aiken to be named Donald Trump's "Celebrity Apprentice" on Sunday. Bing: Is Jennifer Lopez leaving 'Idol'? Aiken, who lost the "American Idol" crown to Ruben Studdard in 2003, was runner-up once ...  

Hey, you guys know me. There's nothing I love more than to mock cable news channels when they fill time by bringing on random celebrities to discuss the issues. Whether it's Vanilla Ice discussing the housing market on ...  

9 p.m. ET on NBC) Clay Aiken was teamed up with Lisa Lampanelli and Dayana Mendoza for a challenge in which they had to write and perform an ad jingle ... In the end, it was boardroom regular Dayana who paid the price for their failure and ...  

"American Idol" runner-up Clay Aiken is a runner-up once again. The Raleigh native lost top honors on "The Celebrity Apprentice" to former talk show host Arsenio Hall, in a live…Click to Continue »  

Recording star Clay Aiken and Broadway actress Montego Glover are among the stars scheduled to perform on May 8 at Family Equality Council’s Night at the Pier celebration in New York City. This year, Night at the Pier will feature Broadway ...  

The Week in 'American Idol': Haley Reinhart blossoms, Clay Aiken takes a stand ...Entertainment WeeklySeason 9 Idol Siobhan Magnus and season 10′s Haley Reinhart performed at the Cherry Blossom Parade in Washington DC on Saturday. Haley sang her new single, “Free” from high atop a parade float, while Siobhan performed Patti Labelle's “Are You Ready ...  

The "American Idol" star and "Celebrity Apprentice" contestant Clay Aiken told "Watch What Happens Live" host Andy Cohen that he requested that doctors perform chin liposuction on him during jaw surgery for a TMJ disorder.  

Singer Clay Aiken has taken to wearing hoodies in TV interviews as a "tribute" to slain teenager Trayvon Martin. The former American Idol star was stunned to hear of the African-American student's February (12) shooting death at the hands of a Florida ...  

MakeMeHeal.com nabbed another celebrity plastic surgery suspect. After Clay Aiken appeared on promos for The Celebrity Apprentice, we suspected that the former American Idol may have had plastic surgery. Now it seems, we were right. 33-year old Clay Aiken ...  

$25,000 of the prize was donated to Clay Aiken's charity National Inclusion Project.  Aiken was the runner-up to Arsenio Hall on this season of The Celebrity Apprentice. The remaining $25,000 won was given away as prize money to the home participant.  

Clay Aiken at an appearance in 2009 (Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage) And in a recent Celebrity Apprentice promo photo (Mitchell Haaseth/NBC) If you thought something different about "American Idol" alum Clay Aiken when he returned to reality television in ...  

CBS LocalClay Aiken, Influential North Carolinians Join Forces Against Amendment OneCBS LocalOne of our homegrown talents, American Idol runner up Clay Aiken, is speaking out as a gay, North Carolina resident about the harms of Amendment One. The Amendment in question states: “Marriage between one man and one woman is the only domestic legal ...and more »  

Lisa Lampanelli, Clay Aiken And Puppets; 'Celebrity Apprentice' Stars Partake In Adult Improv Puppet Show ... 'Celebrity Apprentice': Lisa Lampanelli and Clay Aiken partake in inappropriate puppetry -- EXCLUSIVE VIDEO ...  

On "The Celebrity Apprentice" (Sun., 9 p.m. ET on NBC) Clay Aiken was teamed up with Lisa Lampanelli and Dayana Mendoza for a challenge in which they had to write and perform an ad jingle.  

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TheaterMania recently spoke to American Idol runner-up and Broadway veteran Clay Aiken about his appearance on "The Celebrity Apprentice" and his new album, "Steadfast," now available through Decca Records. Clay Aiken was first introduced to most of the ...  

The Star-Ledger - NJ.com'Celebrity Apprentice': Lisa's emotions cost her winNew York Daily NewsThis week's lesson springs from the wise words of Arsenio Hall: "Don't throw me under the bus because I'll back it up and hit you with it." Now that the competition is down to the final five contestants - Clay Aiken, Aubrey O'Day, Lisa Lampanelli, ...'Celebrity Apprentice' recap: Aubrey O'Day and Clay Aiken for an all-ginger ...The Star-Ledger - NJ...  

After careful thought, Clay Aiken came up with Rihanna ... When Clay Aiken was announced as a contestant on "Celebrity Apprentice," he was rumored to have had some plastic surgery, but he didn't address it. Months later he shares he had some work on ...  

After weeks and weeks of being successful on "The Celebrity Apprentice," Donald Trump made a big decision at the onset of the show: with one team having two more members than the other, there was a change that needed to be made with the teams. While at the ...  

SAN DIEGO, May 13, 2012 – Fan favorites Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall square off in the finals next week as the last competitors with the chance to be named the new "Celebrity Apprentice" by Donald Trump on May 20. As the show began, Aubrey O ...  

Former American Idol contestant Clay Aiken has confessed to using plastic surgery. Aiken made his confession Tuesday on Bravo’s late-night talk show Watch What Happens Live. The singer, 33, told host Andy Cohen that he had some plastic surgery after ...  

Clay Aiken stopped by Andy Cohen's Watch What Happens Live on Bravo last night and he had a few not so nice words about Bajan beauty Rihanna. When the show's segment "Plead The Fifth" arrived, Clay Aiken was asked a series of questions he either ...  

The cast of the fifth season of the "Celebrity Apprentice" has been announced and includes the likes of Arsenio Hall and "American Idol" finalist Clay Aiken. The show, which features real estate mogul Donald Trump working with his daughter Ivanka and son ...  

Although viewers may be confused by Clay Aiken's recent wardrobe choice as he makes his "Celebrity Apprentice" promotion rounds, the hoodie-sporting "American Idol" alum's clothing choice has much significance -- it's Aiken's way of showing support for ...  

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Clay Aiken from American Idol fame has come out to suggest that Rihanna would struggle on a TV talent show like Idol because her singing isn't strong enough. The former contestant was recently asked which current chart star would fail to impress judges on ...  

Country music star Clay Aiken has called pop star Rihanna "pitchy" and admitted to plastic surgery during an interview with Bravo TV's Andy Cohen. The singer has said that his comments will get him in trouble with fans. Aiken appeared on the newest episode ...  

The former Republican presidential candidate has previously said he is a “traditionalist” when it comes to defining marriage, but recently signaled his willingness to sit down with “Celebrity ... Aiken’s reviews are all positive.  

Clay Aiken knows about competition. The TV veteran was not only a runner-up on the second season of "American Idol," but he's also hanging tough on the 12th season of "Celebrity Apprentice." But during an appearance on Bravo's "Watch What Happens Live," he ...  

Clay Aiken is stepping back into the limelight, revealing more personality than ever. The 33-year-old singer will always be part of the permanent pop-culture lexicon after gaining fame as one of the most successful runners-up in American Idol history ...  

Singer Clay Aiken caused more than a few jaw drops when he appeared in promos for "Celebrity Apprentice" sporting a completely different jawline. He obviously had surgery, but he wasn't coy about it like other celebrities. "I had surgery on my jaw for a ...  

During his stint on Celebrity Apprentice in January, Clay Aiken looked noticeably different than he did during his heyday as the runner-up in American Idol's second season in 2003 -- and it turns out it wasn't just the passage of time. The singer, 33 ...  

Former American Idol star Clay Aiken has dissed Rihanna's singing voice in an interview on US television show Watch What Happens. The singer, who was runner-up on the show's second series and has established a successful career, was asked which of today's ...  

This week’s Celebrity Apprentice episode began with a loose tie-in to FAO Schwartz’s 150th Anniversary Celebration. A part of me was hoping the task would involve stuffing teddy bears, but my daydreams were dashed when Trump introduced the ...  

LOS ANGELES, March 29 (TheWrap.com) - Does Clay Aiken seem like a little less of a fathead these days? There's good reason. The former "American Idol" contestant made the shocking confession on Bravo's "Watch What Happens Live" Tuesday that he's had a ...  

Clay Aiken hasn’t been relevant since American Idol. The only time he’s been in the news is when people ask why he looks so androgynous or when he’s on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen telling people Rihanna would never make it past the first round of auditions on American Idol. When asked which pop singer ...  

Remember Clay Aiken-- the formerly soft-spoken North Carolina girly-man than got bested Ruben Studdard in the second season of American Idol? In perhaps the most random story of the week, Aiken took aim at Rihanna of all people, saying that she ...  

Former American Idol contestant and current Celebrity Apprentice contestant, Clay Aiken, appeared on Watch What Happens Live on Tuesday night and took a jab at Rihanna. Aiken, who appeared on the Andy Cohen-hosted show alongside Jenna Jameson, dissed the ...  

Clay Aiken relied on fans to fill his party while Debbie Gibson gave away her original song. On Celebrity Apprentice Sunday night music filled the air of the two distinct parties as the artists were pitted head-to-head in a chance to impress. Surprisingly ...  

Clay Aiken recently appeared on live television and put to rest the plastic surgery rumors…by admitting that he has indeed had cosmetic surgery! Clay told “Watch What Happens Live” host, Andy Cohen: I had operative surgery on my jaw for a ...  

Does Clay Aiken seem like a little less of a fathead these days? There's good reason. The former "American Idol" contestant made the shocking confession on Bravo's "Watch What Happens Live" Tuesday that he's had a little work done. But don't get the wrong ...  

On Celebrity Apprentice, The Donald welcomed Clay Aiken, runner-up for American Idol on the TV talent show's second season. And just yesterday, the singer and reality show regular took his AI training to the mat as he talked about Rihanna on Bravo's Watch ...  

Plus, Clay explains the reason behind his feud with Penn Jillette! Celebrity Apprentice viewers were stunned when Patricia Velasquez was fired on the March 25 episode, but fellow contestant Clay Aiken used a different word to describe his reaction.  

/column/reality-check/american-idol-recap-the-top-nine-emulate-1006611352.story 'American Idol' Recap: The Top Nine Emulate Their Own Idols The final nine took to the stage to sing the songs of their own personal singing idols, bringing out a wide array of ...  

Rumors swirled in January that Clay Aiken went under the knife after he was announced as a contestant on "Celebrity Apprentice," and his promotional shot showed off a different look for the singer - and now he's coming clean about going under the knife.  

Um, wow. Clay Aiken? That's all I have to say about you, my friend. Um ... WOW. Did the former American Idol-- oh, I'm sorry, I meant to say the former American Idol runner-up -- actually think it was his place to criticize Rihanna... for her voice, of all ...  

"Celebrity Apprentice" standout Clay Aiken could be the man to broker a peace between Rosie O'Donnell and Donald Trump. On Monday's Access Hollywood Live, Clay said that, so far, the biggest surprise from his time on "The Celebrity Apprentice" is the ...  

Clay Aiken might be competing on a tough reality show like Celebrity Apprentice, but he has a heart of gold. The entertainer was on the Today how Monday morning talking up his time on the reality show and dishing how hard it is to compete with other ...  

USA TODAYKate on the red carpet; Clay Aiken vs. RihannaUSA TODAYKate's boyfriend, Ned Rocknroll, joined her for dinner with Cameron and wife Suzy Amis after the show. ... Elsewhere: Peter Cook is slamming his ex, Christie Brinkley, for her Today show tears Tuesday, calling the breakdown a "cunning and shameless ...Photos: World premiere of Titanic 3DDenver PostWinslet also embarrassed by 'Titanic'Toronto SunStars reunite for 'Titanic 3D...  

This week's big release news is, of course, Madonna's "MDNA." But she's not the only game in town, with new releases dropping by the likes of Shinedown, Clay Aiken and the Used. Here's a look at those titles and more. Loading list... Madonna ...  

Singer Clay Aiken has come clean about his cosmetic surgery makeover for the new season of reality show "Celebrity Apprentice." The gay star made his nip and tuck confession during an appearance ...  

"Oh God, there're too many. Too many... Current pop singer? I've stopped listening to them because they can't sing," Aiken admitted. The second season American Idol runner-up then said: "[I'll go with] Rihanna [because she] has some pitch problems for sure.  

Clay Aiken recently admitted on the TV show Watch What Happens Live that he had some fat sucked out of his chin recently when he had a TMJ operation. Really, Clay? That's all the plastic surgery you've had? Really? Though really, if we're at it, can someone just give Clay a full on makeover? There's a lot of good that can be done. What do you think of Clay admitting that he's had some plastic surgery done?  

Clay Aiken was on American Idol almost 10 years ago, but that doesn’t keep him from having opinions about the show. The current contestant on The Celebrity Apprentice appeared on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live last night (March 27) and didn’t ...  

JimmyFNMac  does anyone care who actually wins celebrity apprentice now that @AubreyODay has been fired? #teamaubrey  @megansarahj  Clay Aiken and Arsenio Hall are just so much in love. Who do you want to win "Celebrity Apprentice ...  

On the other hand, is it really a good idea for Aiken to get on Rihanna's bad side when he's not exactly topping ... But Aiken was all about honesty last night -- even admitting he had plastic surgery! For his third and final question, when he was well ...  

The 'American Idol' alum and current 'Celebrity Apprentice' contestant thought the pop singer would not make it far on 'Idol'. Aiken made an appearance on Bravo's "Watch What Happens" in which host Andy Cohen asked which pop singer out there will not make ...  

"American Idol" Season 2 runner-up Clay Aiken wasn't born with that chiseled jawline-- oh no! After much speculation earlier this year, the pop star has finally admitted that he went under the knife to have a little work done! During an ...  

The former American Idol star was stunned to hear of the African-American student’s February shooting death at the hands of a Florida neighborhood watch volunteer, and like many celebrities, he’s taking action. Appearing on TV shows in America on ...  

During an appearance on Bravo’s ‘Watch What Happens Live’, Clay Aiken was asked which current pop singers wouldn’t make it past the first round on ‘American Idol’. “Oh God, there is too many. Too many … Current pop singer?  

His comments ended speculation about his plastic surgery that had been lingering for a while. While we don't hear a lot about it, male stars seeking a cosmetic upgrade is fairly common. A lot of famous guys have been linked to plastic surgery but few have ...  

Come here, rude boy, boy, can you get it up? Come here rude boy, boy, is you big enough? The next time Rihanna coos those lyrics she might have a certain red-haired reality star in mind. During a recent appearance on Watch What Happens Live ...  

Rumors swirled in January that Clay Aiken went under the knife after he was announced as a contestant on “Celebrity Apprentice,” and ... “Have you ever had any plastic surgery?” “Watch What Happens Live” host Andy Cohen asked Clay ...  

Oh, that Lisa Lampanelli. She's a randy one! Whether she's roasting celebrities, yelling at Venezuelan models, performing puppetry, doing stand-up comedy…. Wait, performing puppetry? That's right. In tonight's episode, Lisa ...  

Is there any hope that Donald Trump and Rosie O'Donnell will ever work through all of their issues? While that is still to be seen, the former "American Idol" star is at least saying that he sees himself as a more than capable middleman to try and resolve ...  

Singer Clay Aiken has come clean about his cosmetic surgery makeover for the new season of “Celebrity Apprentice.” Aiken made his nip-and-tuck confession during an appearance on Tuesday’s “Watch What Happens Live” chat show. He ...  

They would be judged on creativity, brand message and party atmosphere. The men team opted for a Beach theme to promote Peach Bellini, while the women team decided to go with "Garden of Eden" theme to promote Pom-tini. The men team surprised Ivanka Trump ...  

Three months and eighteen contestants later, Donald Trump crowned Arsenio Hall the latest “Celebrity Apprentice” winner Sunday night, as the former talk show host beat out Clay Aiken. The final challenge focused on Aiken ...  

SAN DIEGO, May 7, 2012 - "Celebrity Apprentice" is down to the home stretch until the final episode on May 20 when the winner and new Celebrity Apprentice will be selected by Donald Trump. Five players remained: Clay Aiken, Teresa Giudice ...  

On Monday’s Access Hollywood Live, Clay said that, so far, the biggest surprise from his time on “The Celebrity Apprentice” is the fondness he’s developed for Trump, and when Billy Bush suggested he could sort out the feud between Trump ...  

Talk about Rude Boy! During an appearance on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Clay was asked who wouldn’t make it past the first round of “American Idol” when he responded, “Rihanna has some pitch problems, for sure.”  

Each team was tasked with creating and performing a jingle for Good Sam's roadside assistance program. She drew the wrath of teammate Lisa Lampanelli and Clay Aiken, who took control of the workload. Considering Aiken is an entertainer and gets ...  

Rihanna´s Navy is not gonna like this... After asking which of today´s pop stars wouldn´t make ... Rihanna Refuses To Answer Questions About Secret Ashton Relationship · Demi Lovato Teases Give Your Heart A Break Music ...  

Singer Clay Aiken is wearing hooded sweatshirts in TV interviews as a tribute to slain teenager Trayvon Martin. The former American Idol star was stunned to hear of the African-American student's February shooting death at the hands of a Florida ...  

Clay Aiken, season two runner up on “American Idol” and a contestant on “Celebrity Apprentice” shared his disdain about the Amendment One measure that will appear on the ballot on May 8.  

Clay Aiken Admits to Plastic Surgery! If Clay Aiken’s chin looks more chiseled on this season of Celebrity Apprentice, it’s because of a good plastic surgeon. Talking with...  

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Lawrence Sacks of Aiken ... Groomsmen included Mr. Clay Harris Ingram, Mr. Kevin James Kisner, Mr. Jason Westbrook McAlhaney, Mr. Brendan Anthony Alexander Robertson, Mr. William Bennett Tucker, and Mr ...  

Charlotte ObserverAn 'Idol' speaks outCharlotte ObserverBy Leigh Dyer Clay Aiken has come a long way since he was an awkward, flat-ironed, power-voiced finalist on the second season of “American Idol.” Since he rocketed to stardom in 2003, the UNC Charlotte graduate has released a string of albums, ...  

The celebrity fired on the April 29 episode gives HollywoodLife.com the scoop on his (or her) exit: ‘It was just my time.’ Lisa Lampanelli clashed with Dayana Mendoza for the millionth time April 29 on The Celebrity Apprentice, but this time, the “Queen of Mean” wasn’t alone! When project manager Dayana attempted to critique Clay Aiken‘s [...]  

TODAY’s Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb chat with former “American Idol” contestant Clay Aiken about his new role on “The Celebrity Apprentice,” which he says may be...  

The "American Idol" alum says Rihanna has "pitch problems." Aiken also reveals what plastic surgery he's had done. Hear his candid interview.