Clay Aiken flew to fame on the wings of American Idol, selling over 6 million albums and becoming one of the most successful contestants ever ---- and he didn't even win his season! But with great fame, came tabloid troubles -- and the focus shifted from Clay's talents to his private life. In the midst of it all, Aiken balanced out his personal life by having a child and coming out publically as gay. Now with stints on Broadway, new TV projects and recording & touring again, Clay Aiken is ready to fully enjoy his life and his successes. Join Ernie Manouse for his conversation with best selling recording artist Clay Aiken.