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July 26th, 2006 4:51 PM
clay is a very special person and to him everyone else is special too.thank you for recognizing what his fans always knew.
July 26th, 2006 5:33 PM
Your apology is accepted and I appreciate the fact that you did it with such a wonderful article on Clay. He is truly a wonderful human being who has done so much for so many in such a very short time. He deserves the respect from the media. His fans have always known what a genrous and kind human being he is and I will always be a fan! His new CD is going to be awesome!
July 26th, 2006 5:42 PM
Thank you so much for helping to open the eyes of those who don't already know what Clay Aiken is about, what his many fans have known all along. Clay is an amazing talent but, more importantly, he is an amazing man and I am proud to call myself a fan.
July 26th, 2006 5:47 PM
Apology accepted and thank you for the nice article about his humanitarian accomplishments to date. Clay is truly an extraordinary and gifted young man and one that everyone should proudly respect. I for one am a very Supportive and Avid fan not only for his incredible vocal talents and stage presence, but most importantly because he opens his heart to love, and if you are lucky enough to be touched by that, you have been blessed in so many ways.
July 26th, 2006 5:53 PM
Thank you so much for that very complete and wonderful article explaining many of the reasons Clay Aiken has those legions of fans who love him so. Besides his glorious voice, fantastic personality and charm, Clay is a wonderful role model for our children and grandchildren. He deserves all the praise the media can give. May you continue to give Clay the respect he so deserves.
Again, thank you for your apology.
July 26th, 2006 7:08 PM
Apology accepted. I hope others look into the total man that is Clay Aiken and see what his fans have seen all along, a talented, compassionate, giving human being. How can anyone not love this man?
I'm eagerly awaiting the release of his next CD, "A Thousand Different Ways," this fall and to see him on tour again. Clay rocks!
July 26th, 2006 8:32 PM
Thank you for the apology and article! I have been a fan of Clay since the beginning of AI2 and I will always be. There are not many young men like him in the world today - much less in the music industry. I have seen the difference that he has made in the lives of many of his fans and for kids around the world. There is so much to this man other than the AMAZING voice that touches my heart every time I hear it and that I can listen to over and over again. I support Clay 100%
July 26th, 2006 9:20 PM
Thank you so much for listing all the wonderful achievements made by Clay in the last 3 years. When he said he wanted to make a difference back on AI2, he really meant it. He is such a giving person, and I so appreciate you writing an article about this. Clay's voice is gorgeous, his talent is amazing, but his charitable works are even moreso. I determined to support him 3 years ago, and now I have even more reasons to continue my support.
July 26th, 2006 9:29 PM
Thank you for posting this article. In reading some of the replies, I'm so happy that some people have been enlightened. People who had NO IDEA about what kind of a man Clay Aiken really is have learned a few things today! If those of you who had no idea also have not seen Clay perform since American Idol and have not seen Clay perform in concert, you also have NO IDEA what an amazing performer he's really become!
July 26th, 2006 9:39 PM
Apart from his music career, Clay has dedicated himself to education and children’s causes across the world. Few people can match his amazing record of giving and we feel all American Idol fans should be made aware of it, as he is helping make the world a better place.
Thank you for your heartfelt apology and recent article outlining , for all to see, the wonderful deeds and differences Clay has made to our global village. I join all the clayfans who have previously written in saying that I , too, am so proud to be his fan.
I want to go a bit further and respond to the quote above. Clay has always encouraged his fans
to follow his direction and strive to make a difference in their world, no matter how small the contribution may be. And, Clay's fans, too, have faced uncalled for comments and have been ridiculed in the press for being so supportive of him. Very few readers are aware of all the charitable works carried out by Clay's fans in his name. The amount of time and money his fans have contributed to the betterment of society is astronomical. The Bubel-Aiken Foundation was born with a lot of financial help from his fans; thousands and thousands of toys and gifts were given to soldiers in Iraq and their families; tickets for Clay's sold-out concerts were donated to the marines who worked on the Toys for Tots Campaign; fun centres were funded and donated to 5 children's hospital throughout the US; pennies were collected at all his concerts (the NAT) and added over $23,000.00 to the BAF; Wrapping for Inclusion was an endeavor whereby funds raised from wrapping Xmas gifts were donated to BAF; tens of thousand of dollars were donated to UNICEF and Ugandan relief and Hurricane Katrina; fans even donated over $30,000.00 to the MDA Association when Clay appeared on the Jerry Lewis telethon a few years ago. There are so many more ways in which Clay's fans have contributed to society because of their love for Clay and his personal ethics.
To say that Clay is a Class Act and that his fans are also a Class Act is a fact, backed up by deeds and integrity. It is so easy to support someone , like Clay, who operates from his heart. We all love him, a thousand different ways!
Red Deer, Alberta Canada
July 26th, 2006 10:00 PM
I, too, thank you for your apology and the article. Being one of the older generation, Clay has been a breath of fresh air. He has actually brought families together in one accord as they follow the career of one young man who dared to stand up for decency. He is one role model I feel comfortable taking my grand-daughter to see and hear. I have followed his career since he first came to American Idol and I have found that Clay walks the talk. My family respects the man and appreciates the great God given talent that is his. Idols have come and gone, but Clay will long live in the hearts of his fans as time goes by. Thank you, again for sharing only a few of his good works, and thank you Clay for remaining true to yourself.
July 27th, 2006 1:40 AM
My son is on the autistic spectrum. I had never heard of Clay Aiken before I won MCWL on a radio call-in... I read the liner... I went to the BAF website... and I was hooked. I fell in love with his voice only shortly before coming to appreciate the whole package. Thank you for acknowledging that he is not your average celebrity. I came to understand "came for the voice, stayed for the man" after learning about Clay.
July 27th, 2006 2:07 AM
Thank you so much for the apology. It has helped bring back some of the respect I lost for the show, due to the LACK OF RESPECT given Clay. As you can see by the many attibutes to him.. He is by far much more than just a "GORGEOUS VOICE"..
I am thankful every day for Clay, he is such a tremendous Role Model for the children of today. There is NO End to the "heart and soul" of this man. Thank you for taking the time to Showcase just a FEW of the MANY things Clay has done these past few years.. The list could go on and on..
The world needs to HEAR and SEE Clay for who he is... Hopefully, this new CD will get the "AIR TIME" it deserves.. Just wait until the Sales of this NEW CD! The music industry is not going to know what hit them! He will surpass everyone.. hands down!
July 27th, 2006 6:19 AM
Thank you for your apology - it is appreciated. It's very easy to take cheap shots at people who don't defend themselves - not quite so easy to apologise!
Your article does a good job of spotlighting one of the many reasons why Clay is so beloved by his fans. Aside from his musical talent, he is a remarkable man, and an inpsiring humanitarian.
When he said on American Idol that he wanted to use his celebrity in a postive wasy and make a difference it wasn't just words - he meant it!
July 27th, 2006 8:10 AM
Clay Aiken is so deserving of your apology, as well as his fans, and I for one thank you. Being an American Idol is more than being able to sing or have a pretty face and Clay has proven that beyond everyone's expectations. Mr. Aiken is an exceptional human being who has made not only our country proud, but also his fans around the world. It's about time his accomplishments were recognized and applauded.
July 27th, 2006 8:45 AM
I too would like to thank you for your apology. I didn't read your original article but I'm guessing you quickly felt the wrath of scorned claymates in response. We take negative comments about Clay to heart. The greatness of Clay has unfolded before us over the past three years, not because he throws it in our faces, but because from the very beginning he drew us in with his voice and charisma. From then on, we have eagerly followed (or tried to follow) his every move. Clay is an amazing talent and an even more amazing human being.
It is quite frustrating when ignorant people make statements about things with which they are uneducated. That has always been my pet peave and it's continually highlighted when it comes to the media reporting about Clay. Nonetheless, it is commendable that you realized the err of your ways and apologized. For that, I thank you!
July 27th, 2006 10:45 AM
BRING A HUSBAND OF A CLAYMATE,I KNOW ABOUT CLAY AS A SINGER AND AS A MAN.AFTER READING THIS APOLOGIE,WHICH IS LONG OVER DUE. I WAS MISTY EYE IN THE FACT THAT HE IS SOOOO GIVING AND UNSELFISH.IF A PERSON DIDN'T (HARD TO IMAGINE)LIKE HIS SINGING.YOU WOULD HAVE TO BE MOST IMPRESSED WITH HIS GIVING.
July 27th, 2006 12:17 PM
I never have understood why members of Am. Idol (the show) and others in the media have dissed Clay at every opportunity they had. If Clay had not accomplished anything with his celebrity, that would be a different story. But quite the contrary. There is so much more to the man, Clay Aiken, than just a singer and should cause pride in all those who "discovered" him. The world is turning upside down!
Thanks for the apology. Now if others would follow your lead it might be a "Perfect Day!"
July 27th, 2006 2:40 PM
Clay Aiken is GOD of American Idol. He is best singer and artist from that show. He is one of the best singers to ever walk into this world and on our planet. I love this guy so much!
July 27th, 2006 3:10 PM
Thanks for recognizing Clay Aiken for the work he would like to be remembered for, when all is said and done.
It's one thing to be a successful singer and a rich man, it's another thing to put the misfortunes of others before your own interests, as Clay does.
He is so much the best thing to EVER come out of American Idol, bar none.
July 27th, 2006 3:48 PM
I am glad you finally showcased his endeavors. One of his haters posted that he does this for publicity. That is so far from the truth. He does events that his fans do not find out he did till much later. No publicist there, no media there. Many celebrities just attach their name to a charity. Clay becomes actively involved. Thank you again.
July 27th, 2006 4:06 PM
You showed real class in your apology and by setting things right with your article on Clay's charitable endeavors. There is alot more to the man Clay Aiken than just a beautiful voice.
Donna
July 27th, 2006 4:14 PM
Funny you should post this now, when just a few hours ago he posted a blog at his fan club site in regards to the plight of the children in Lebanon right now.
http://www.kintera.org/htmlcontent.asp?cid=61002
Just one little teensy weensy correction, it is not disabled children with which he works, but children with disabilities. The disability does not define the child.
Thank you for taking the time to highlight Clay's other passions besides music.
July 27th, 2006 4:27 PM
Nice apology and well-written article.
A nice followup might be to go to a live Clay Aiken performance on his next tour. There is nothing like hearing that voice live.
July 27th, 2006 5:31 PM
Thank you very much for this great article focusing on Clay's humanitarian efforts and his work for children around the world.