Clay Aiken Gossip Explained - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

David · 05-11-2003, 03:38 PM

• The physical show of affection between Clay Aiken and contestant Carmen Rasmusen on an early show was a planned effort to get Rasmusen's on-again, off-again boyfriend jealous, Aiken says. It sparked worldwide rumors that the Aiken and Rasmusen were dating, which Aiken now denies.

• Aiken is allergic to coffee, chocolate, mint and shellfish. Just before his performance of Billy Joel's "Tell Her About It" a few weeks back, he accidentally ate mint in a fruit salad and had to have three cortisone shots to calm the allergic reaction.

• Last week, when Aiken, Ruben Studdard and Kimberley Locke were revealed as the top three vote-getters among the final six contestants, each flashed two fingers to judge Simon Cowell off-camera. It wasn't a peace sign; it was a reminder that all three of them had auditioned as part of "Group Two" when the show had 32 contestants.

• Yes, the contestants vote for themselves after each show. Said Aiken with a chuckle: "I check to make sure my line is working."

• Each contestant has free mobile phone use, courtesy of one of the show sponsors. Studdard's plays Sean Paul's song "Get Busy" when it rings. Aiken's plays the "American Idol" theme.

• Though the Hollywood mansion where the contestants are living has lost a resident each week, Aiken and U.S. Marine Joshua Gracin have continued to share a room above the garage. On a recent tour, it was as messy as a college dorm room, with piles of clothes, shoes and styling products strewn about. Gracin said Aiken tends to sing in his sleep.

• When "Malcolm in the Middle" star Frankie Muniz declared himself an Aiken fan at the premiere of "X2," it was a turnaround. Muniz had earlier been quoted supporting Studdard in a national entertainment magazine. Muniz confessed he didn't remember until he saw Aiken at the premiere that he and Aiken starred together in an N.C. production of "The Sound of Music" about six years ago.

• Until about four years ago, Aiken's name was Clayton Grissom. He got the last name from his biological father, to whom Aiken is not close. His stepfather, Ray Parker, died last year. Aiken legally changed his last name to his mother's maiden name; Clayton was shortened to Clay at the suggestion of the show's producers.

-*Leah*- · 05-11-2003, 06:59 PM

well thanks for the info, but you still didn't clear up the rumor of whether or not Clay's gay or not. Not that it really matters, I just kinda wanted to know for sure.

vienna waits · 05-11-2003, 07:44 PM

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Originally posted by leah02_06
well thanks for the info, but you still didn't clear up the rumor of whether or not Clay's gay or not. Not that it really matters, I just kinda wanted to know for sure.

well he's said that he isnt... i think he'd know.

Czas na Zywiec · 05-11-2003, 10:46 PM

Why is it such a big deal if he's gay or not? Why should sexual preference matter? Would it affect the way you think of him? I always thought those kind of things should just be a concern to the person himself.

Cashodeen · 05-12-2003, 02:30 AM

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Originally posted by YearbookLoser
well he's said that he isnt... i think he'd know.

Well, he could be lying, which he has a right too. I still stand by what I said before--the tabloids should (but don't) have the decency to leave his claim alone. Yes, since he said he is not, that should be that. But he also may not be telling the truth. I couldn't care less, of course, and people should just stay outta his business.

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There is something else about Clay--It's not exactly a rumor, but I can't prove its true either--he's got a phobia of water. That is an extremely boring tidbit, but since we were on the subject...

vienna waits · 05-12-2003, 05:15 PM

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Originally posted by Cashodeen

Well, he could be lying, which he has a right too. I still stand by what I said before--the tabloids should (but don't) have the decency to leave his claim alone. Yes, since he said he is not, that should be that. But he also may not be telling the truth. I couldn't care less, of course, and people should just stay outta his business.

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There is something else about Clay--It's not exactly a rumor, but I can't prove its true either--he's got a phobia of water. That is an extremely boring tidbit, but since we were on the subject...

yah i understand where you're coming from and agree. and yep he's aquaphobic. but its large bodies of water

*GoodMorningCalgary* · 05-12-2003, 08:16 PM

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Originally posted by Original Prankster
Why is it such a big deal if he's gay or not? Why should sexual preference matter? Would it affect the way you think of him? I always thought those kind of things should just be a concern to the person himself.

how come whenever someone mentions the word gay everyone seems to get offended.LIGHTEN UP!

Cashodeen · 05-12-2003, 10:21 PM

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Originally posted by YearbookLoser
yah i understand where you're coming from and agree. and yep he's aquaphobic. but its large bodies of water

How did you know about the water phobia? I just mentioned it because my mom and I noticed it--he wouldn't go near the the pool at their house, and said, "I-i-i'll just stay over here."

vienna waits · 05-13-2003, 01:33 AM

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Originally posted by Cashodeen

How did you know about the water phobia? I just mentioned it because my mom and I noticed it--he wouldn't go near the the pool at their house, and said, "I-i-i'll just stay over here."

its mentioned in the people magazine AI edition.

-*Leah*- · 05-13-2003, 10:46 PM

No, you all misunderstood me. I don't care whether or not he's gay. Its just one of those things that when I look at him, I just wonder whether or not it is true. I really could care less, It just bugs me for some reason. Oh well, just forget I ever said anything about Clay. I want Ruben or Kim to win anyways.

Czas na Zywiec · 05-14-2003, 12:10 AM

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Originally posted by *GoodMorningCalgary*

how come whenever someone mentions the word gay everyone seems to get offended.LIGHTEN UP!

I'm not offended. I was just stating that whatever the persons sexual preference is, it should stay out of the public eye because it shouldn't matter. A person is a person.

05-11-2003, 03:38 PM	#1
David mcphee. Forum Superstar Join Date: Jan 30, 2003 Location: jacksonville, FL. Posts: 28,115	Clay Aiken Gossip Explained • The physical show of affection between Clay Aiken and contestant Carmen Rasmusen on an early show was a planned effort to get Rasmusen's on-again, off-again boyfriend jealous, Aiken says. It sparked worldwide rumors that the Aiken and Rasmusen were dating, which Aiken now denies. • Aiken is allergic to coffee, chocolate, mint and shellfish. Just before his performance of Billy Joel's "Tell Her About It" a few weeks back, he accidentally ate mint in a fruit salad and had to have three cortisone shots to calm the allergic reaction. • Last week, when Aiken, Ruben Studdard and Kimberley Locke were revealed as the top three vote-getters among the final six contestants, each flashed two fingers to judge Simon Cowell off-camera. It wasn't a peace sign; it was a reminder that all three of them had auditioned as part of "Group Two" when the show had 32 contestants. • Yes, the contestants vote for themselves after each show. Said Aiken with a chuckle: "I check to make sure my line is working." • Each contestant has free mobile phone use, courtesy of one of the show sponsors. Studdard's plays Sean Paul's song "Get Busy" when it rings. Aiken's plays the "American Idol" theme. • Though the Hollywood mansion where the contestants are living has lost a resident each week, Aiken and U.S. Marine Joshua Gracin have continued to share a room above the garage. On a recent tour, it was as messy as a college dorm room, with piles of clothes, shoes and styling products strewn about. Gracin said Aiken tends to sing in his sleep. • When "Malcolm in the Middle" star Frankie Muniz declared himself an Aiken fan at the premiere of "X2," it was a turnaround. Muniz had earlier been quoted supporting Studdard in a national entertainment magazine. Muniz confessed he didn't remember until he saw Aiken at the premiere that he and Aiken starred together in an N.C. production of "The Sound of Music" about six years ago. • Until about four years ago, Aiken's name was Clayton Grissom. He got the last name from his biological father, to whom Aiken is not close. His stepfather, Ray Parker, died last year. Aiken legally changed his last name to his mother's maiden name; Clayton was shortened to Clay at the suggestion of the show's producers.
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-Leah- Back for More Forum Fanatic Join Date: Jan 15, 2003 Posts: 10,563	well thanks for the info, but you still didn't clear up the rumor of whether or not Clay's gay or not. Not that it really matters, I just kinda wanted to know for sure.
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Czas na Zywiec what up Forum Star Join Date: Jun 28, 2001 Location: Southwest Side, Chicago Posts: 18,398	Why is it such a big deal if he's gay or not? Why should sexual preference matter? Would it affect the way you think of him? I always thought those kind of things should just be a concern to the person himself.

05-13-2003, 10:46 PM	#10
-Leah- Back for More Forum Fanatic Join Date: Jan 15, 2003 Posts: 10,563	No, you all misunderstood me. I don't care whether or not he's gay. Its just one of those things that when I look at him, I just wonder whether or not it is true. I really could care less, It just bugs me for some reason. Oh well, just forget I ever said anything about Clay. I want Ruben or Kim to win anyways.