AIKEN NEWS NETWORK APRIL 16TH

[Marilyn]

First, a note on Susan Boyle, the unemployed and highly-untelegenic Scot who's making the YouTube rounds after her stunning audition on "Britain's Got Talent." When, may I ask, is the last time "Idol" had a moment like that? Even Clay Aiken, I'd venture to say, wasn't as thrilling a diamond in the rough. And while Adam Lambert is brilliant enough to draw a Simon standing-O, he's polished and controlled; we expect him to be that good. Boyle is truly an underdog, and the excitement about her was palpable and absolutely sincere.

BOSTON.COM

[Marilyn]

 
5 Min with Clay Aiken
 

Mo Rocca spends 5 Min W/ Clay Aiken

THIS IS THE BENIHANA INTERVIEW WITH A LITTLE BIT MORE ADDED- MOTHERS DAY

LXTV.COM

[Marilyn]

Save the Date!

Champions of Change Gala

October 17, 2009

Raleigh Marriott City Center
501 Fayetteville St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
More information coming soon. 

We look forward to hosting you and celebrating our 2009 accomplishments!

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[Marilyn]

'American Idol': 10 All-Time Best Makeovers
CLAY AIKEN
Season 2

''You don't look like a pop star.'' Those were the first words out of Simon Cowell's mouth after Clay — working ''afternoon at the mall'' togs, a puka-shell necklace, and a tragically busted haircut — finished belting ''Always and Forever'' at his audition. But with the help of Idol's styling team, the special-education instructor drastically improved his look over the course of the season, making it all the way to the finale, where he placed second to Ruben Studdard.

EW.COM