Clay Aiken Biography, Age, Height, Family, Height, Marriage, Salary, Net Worth, Education, Career

Clay Aiken Biography

Clay Aiken is a famous American singer, songwriter, actor, author, and philanthropist, best known for his debut album Measure of a Man. He became famous after featuring in the second season of the reality show American Idol. He also did many projects, including Merry Christmas with Love, A Thousand Different Ways, and On My Way Here.

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Clay Aiken Birthday and Age

Clay was born as Clayton Holmes Grisson on the 30th of November, 1978, in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America. He is 42 years old as of 2020 database records.  He celebrates his birthday with his family, friends, and colleagues on the 30th of November every year. Additionally, his birth sign is Sagittarius. His next birthday will be on the 30th of November, 2021, when he turns 43 years old.

Clay Aiken Family

Clay was born as Clayton Holmes Grisson to both parents in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America. He is the son of Vernon Grisson (father) and Faye Parker (mother). Clay was born and raised alongside his four siblings; two sisters and two brothers. His siblings are namely Amy Sawyer, Deborah Grisson, Brett Parker, and Jeff Parker. However, his parents separated when Clay was still an infant, and he took his mother’s maiden name, Aiken, as his last name.

Clay Aiken Height and Weight

Aiken is a man of average size who appears to be quite tall in his photos, relative to his surroundings, He has a height of 6 feet, and I inch, and weighs 62kg. He also has light brown hair and green eyes. However, details regarding Clay’s other body measurements are publicly unavailable. We are keeping tabs, and we shall update this section once the information is out.

Clay Aiken Marriage

Clay is currently gay, and he openly stated this with People Magazine in 2008. He has been in a relationship with Jeff Walters from 2009-2011. In 2010, he dated Devin Finn, and from 2008-2010, he dated Reed Kelly. Clay was also with Jaymes Foster-Levy in the year 2003.

Clay Aiken Children

Aiken has a child named Parker Foster Aiken. He shared the child from Jaymes Foster by in-vitro fertilization.

Clay Aiken Salary

Details regarding Clay’s salary are publicly unavailable. However, we are reviewing this section, and we shall update it once the information is out.

Clay Aiken Net Worth

Aiken is one of the wealthiest singers and actors in the United States of America. He has an estimated net worth of $7 million as of 2021. His primary income source is his career as a singer, songwriter, actor, television personality, and author. Clay accumulates a good net worth through his various sources of income but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Clay Aiken House

Aiken owns a house that is located in Durham, NC. It is estimated to be worth $1.5 million. The house is 9,393 square feet with four bedrooms and three half bathrooms.

Clay Aiken Wiki/Facts

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Clay Aiken
  • Full Name: Clayton Holmes Grisson
  • Popular as: Clay Aiken
  • Gender: Male
  • Age: 42 years old as of 2020
  • Date of Birth: 30th of November, 1978
  • Place of Birth: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
  • Nationality: American
  • Citizenship: American
  • Race: White
  • Religion: Not known
  • Height: 6 feet and 1 inch
  • Weight: 62kg
  • Body Measurements: Not known
  • Waist Size: Not known
  • Chest Size: Not known
  • Shoe Size: Not known
  • Body Type:  Not known
  • Eye Color: Green
  • Hair Color: Light brown
  • Father’s Name: Vernon Grisson
  • Mother’s Name: Faye Parker
  • Brothers: Amy Sawyer and Jeff Parker
  • Sisters: Deborah Grisson and Brett Parker
  • Sexual Orientation: Gay
  • Marital Status: Single
  • Spouse: Not known
  • Children: Parker Foster Aiken
  • Education: the University of North Carolina at Charlotte
  • Profession: Special Education
  • Occupation: singer, songwriter, actor, author, and philanthropist
  • Salary: Under review
  • Net Worth: $7 million as of 2021

Clay Aiken Education

Clay attended Leesville Road High School, where he earned his certificate. He later joined Campbell University before enrolling at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in special education. During his time in school, he was an active member of church choirs and school choirs. He had earlier joined William & Mary College, but he left to focus on the series American Idol.

Clay Aiken Career

Clay is currently a singer, songwriter, actor, politician, and activist. As a singer, his debut song was called Measure of a Man. In 2003, he starred in the Christmas Day Parade and the following year produced a television special titled A Clay Aiken Christmas. Clay also released a holiday album, Merry Christmas with Love.

Clay released several other albums, including A Thousand Different Ways, All is Well, On My Way Here, The Very Best of Clay Aiken, and Tried and True. In 2011, he released his single, Bring Back, and in 2012, he released another single titled Steadfast.

As an author, Clay has published a book in 2004 called Learning to Sing: Hearing the Music in Your Life. He starred in Days of Our Lives, The Tonight Show, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. In politics, Clay was a celebrity contestant in the fifth season of The Celebrity Apprentice. He also worked with RCA Records and Decca Records.

Clay Aiken Albums

  • The measure of a Man
  • Merry Christmas With Love
  • A Thousand Different Ways
  • On My Way Here
  • Tried And True
  • Steadfast
  • All is Well
  • A Clay Aiken Christmas

Clay Aiken Awards

  • American Music Awards
  • Billboard Awards
  • American Christian Music Award
  • Memorial Achievement Award
  • Learning Disabilities Children’s Advocacy Award
  • Family Circle Award

 Clay Aiken Social Media Presence

Clay is active on all the social media platforms. He has over 57,000 followers on Facebook, over 152 followers on Instagram, with a total of 245 posts. He also has over 215 followers on Twitter.

Clay Aiken Contacts

  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • IMDb
  • LinkedIn
  • Snapchat
  • Website

Frequently asked questions about Clay Aiken

Who is Clay Aiken?

Clay Aiken is a famous American singer, songwriter, actor, author, and philanthropist, best known for his debut album Measure of a Man.

How old is Clay Aiken?

Clay was born as Clayton Holmes Grisson on the 30th of November, 1978, in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America. He is 42 years old as of 2020 database records.  He celebrates his birthday with his family, friends, and colleagues on the 30th of November every year. Additionally, his birth sign is Sagittarius.

How tall is Clay Aiken?

Aiken is a man of average size who appears to be quite tall in his photos, relative to his surroundings, He has a height of 6 feet, and I inch, and weighs 62kg.

Is Clay Aiken married or single?

Clay is currently gay; he openly stated this with People Magazine in 2008. He has been in a relationship with Jeff Walters from 2009-2011. In 2010, he dated Devin Finn, and from 2008-2010, he dated Reed Kelly.

How many children does Clay Aiken have?

Aiken has a child named Parker Foster Aiken. He shared the child from Jaymes Foster by in-vitro fertilization.

How much is Clay Aiken’s salary?

Details regarding Clay’s salary are publicly unavailable. However, we are reviewing this section, and we shall update it once the information is out.

How much is Clay Aiken’s net worth?

Aiken is one of the wealthiest singers and actors in the United States of America. He has an estimated net worth of $7 million as of 2021. His primary income source is his career as a singer, songwriter, actor, television personality, and author.

Is Clay Aiken alive or dead?

Clay is alive and in good health as of 2021. However, there has been no recent news about him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where does Clay Aiken reside?

Clay is currently residing in Durham, NC.

Where is Clay Aiken Nowadays?

Clay is active in his career as a singer, songwriter, actor, author, and television personality. However, there has been no news about him resigning or retiring from his job.

References

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