September 23rd, 2008
Via Perez Hilton:
People magazine promises to have more tomorrow.
I have two thoughts on this:
1) I know some might be inclined to bash Aiken for waiting so long. But everyone has to go through their own stuff before they can do it, and that takes longer for some people than it does for others. Because it took me nearly 40 years to get over my stuff, I see no reason to say anything but “Welcome out!”
2) Poor Kathy Griffin. What will she have to joke about now?
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Priya Lynn
September 23rd, 2008
Its nice to see another well known person rise above the oppression that makes people hide who they are.
Rob
September 23rd, 2008
Clay Aiken is gay? Who knew?
All joking aside, Clay, let me welcome your family, to our family.
Swampfox
September 23rd, 2008
I am glad that he is finally able to be open to the public. I wish him well. Perhaps he can get on with the rest of his life without the media hounding him. We all need some privacy.
Jason D
September 23rd, 2008
1st Lance Bass, now Clay Aiken?
But all kidding aside, congratulations Clay, hope you find happiness with whoever is out there for ya.
Timothy Kincaid
September 23rd, 2008
I was just thinking last night – as I watched Dancing with the Stars – that since coming out Lance Bass’ career has come back to life.
And then I realized that this was also true for Neil Patrick Harris – who now seems to be on TV no matter what channel I turn on.
And, of course, being out certainly hasn’t hurt Ian McKellan’s filmography.
So perhaps there’s something about living free that gives new life to your art and abilities. Either that or there really is … dum-dum-dahhhh … a secret gay mafia running Hollywood.
Emily K
September 23rd, 2008
PAIGING KATHY GRIFFIN!!!!!
Willie Hewes
September 24th, 2008
Wow, that was unexpected. I had him down as a certified lifelong closet case. Go Clay Aiken!
I’m happy for him.
Trevor
September 24th, 2008
Funny thing about leaving that closet; once you’re ‘out’ you can’t go back in. While we’re not particularly surprised about Clay coming out, still we give thanks. As always remember those who feel they must continue to hide. Hopefully Clay’s example may encourage them.
Regan DuCasse
September 24th, 2008
Please note that all the folks you’ve listed are all VERY talented people! Clay Aiken, will be a good provider for his daughter. She could well inherit his beautiful voice. Her mother is strikingly good looking, this kid…is already gifted with a father who cares and wants and loves her and could sing her lullabies with a voice like an angel.
There are a lot of men out there who have and will do a lot less for their children.
I wish him and that beautiful little baby he’s holding nothing but my best.
cowboy
September 24th, 2008
His name is Aiken.
This will take the MSM scrutiny off Sarah Palin for a couple of days.
Ben in Oakland
September 24th, 2008
thanks for ocming out. now is there anyone else who can?
Rafael
September 24th, 2008
Ricky Martin?
Denise
September 24th, 2008
Just in time for National Coming Out Day in October! Welcome to the family, Mr. Aiken!
aron
September 24th, 2008
How much I appreciate the understanding you showed to Clay Aiken in knowing he had to go through his stuff. A lot of us have had a terrible time going through our stuff and you showed great understanding.
Samantha Davis
September 25th, 2008
Careful there, Timothy, you might just end up sleeping with the fishes!
(if you got that pun, shame on you)
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