More about Clay's American Idol appearance

Clay Aiken on American Idol

18 April 2013

April 18, 2013

American Idol Results Show

Clay was invited back to American Idol for the first time in 7 years. The show put together a wonderful introduction video showing how far he's come, interspersed with interview clips about National Inclusion Project and his work with UNICEF. Many clips of "Teacher" Clay were included. 

For more information, go to:

http://inclusionproject.org

http://unicefusa.org

April 18, 2013

American Idol

Clay reprised Bridge Over Troubled Water, nearly 10 years after performing it for the AI2 finals. It beautifully fit the theme of #ClayComesHome, a twitter hash tag shown on screen. The judges (Keith Urban, Nikki Minaj, Randy Jackson, and Mariah Carey) gave him a standing ovation, with Mariah also blowing him a kiss.

Thanks as always to Clayscience for her hard work on the papers. 

Clay Aiken on American Idol Season 12

Clay appears on the Top Five show for American Idol Season 12

[HD] Clay Aiken - Bridge Over Troubled Water... by IdolxMuzic

It's been awhile since Clay made a stop on the Idol stage. Last night, he made the wait worthwhile! Thank you to Michael Orland for the fantastic arrangement. 

Clay Aiken on American Idol in 2004, 2005, and 2006

Clay would go on to return to the show various times over the next few years.

On 1/1/04, Clay was part of the American Idol: Life on the Road Show on (FOX): This behind-the-scenes special about the 2003 AI tour featured Clay prominently, including scenes from his homecoming in Raleigh , partial performances of "This is the Night" and "Invisible", his visit to Capitol Hill, and dealing with technical problems in Chicago.

On 3/17/04, Clay returned to the AI stage on the top 12 show of American Idol Season 3. He sang his hit single "Solitaire" and answered a few questions from the top 12 about what they can expect after the show.

On 5/12/04, Clay sang Earth, Wind, & Fire's "Fantasy" with the remaining four contestants on the Disco Night results show. He then sat with Ryan for a short interview, where he also gave very honest comments about the contestants, the judges, and the competition in general.

On 5/26/04, Clay emceed Fantasia's hometown party in Greensboro , NC during the American idol Season 3 Finale night.

On 4/26/05 and 4/27/05, Clay was a guest in the audience at AI show. There were pictures taken by wireimage of him and the Idol contestants and judges after each show.

On 5/24/06, Clay was a guest on the AI5 Finale. He sang "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me"

On 9/29/07, it was announced that Clay would narrate the "American Idol Rewind" series. From 10/07 to 11/07, Clay narrated the "American Idol Rewind" series.

On 4/3/08, Clay was interviewed by American Idol Extra about Spamalot

On 4/23/08, American Idol Season 7 had an Andrew Lloyd Webber night where they highlighted Clay's work on Broadway.

Clay on American Idol in 2003

After the American Idol Season 2 was over, Clay continued to work with 19E and other American Idol related shows. Here are some of the highlights from 2003

On 6/3/03, Clay helped Introduce the Canadian Idol Finalists. He and Ruben sang "Ain't no Stoppin' us now"

On 7/18/03, Clay gave advice to the Canadian Idol Wildcards

On 7/22/03, The American Idol group sang "What the world needs now"

On 8/19/03, Clay gave the American Juniors advice


On 11/25/03, Clay hosted the American Idol Christmas Special on (FOX).This Christmas special showcased talents from the different American Idol Seasons and shows. Clay sang "Don't save it all for Christmas Day", "White Christmas"with Kim Locke, "The First Noel"and various group numbers and medleys.

Clay Aiken Will Perform on Results Show - Playbill.com

What exciting news. Clay on American Idol. I'm shocked and thrilled.

The April 18 results show of American Idol will feature performances from Fantasia and Clay Aiken.

Top Five "American Idol" Finalists Named; Fantasia and Clay Aiken Will Perform on Results Show - Playbill.com

Clay Aiken at 19 years of 19 Management

19 years of 19 Management

April 19, 2004

Clay appeared at the Royal Albert Hall in London to help 19 Management celebrate their 19th anniversary. 

He sang "They Can't Take That Away From Me"

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Clay Aiken on American Idol Season Two - Atlanta Audition

American Idol Season Two

Atlanta Audition - 11/1/02; broadcast - 1/28/03

Clay walked into the audition room wearing a striped button-down shirt, and was asked "Why are you here?” His answer: "I'm the American Idol." 

Clay sang an a capella version of "Always and Forever.” Randy said, “I say yes." Simon said, "You don't look like a Pop Star, but you've got a great voice". They sent him to Hollywood.

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Clay Aiken on American Idol Season Two - Charlotte Audition

American Idol Season Two

    

Charlotte Audition - 10/17/02 

Prior to his audition in Atlanta , Clay went to an audition in Charlotte .

He sang "Somewhere over the Rainbow" . When he didn't make it, he decided to try again in Atlanta

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