September 22, 2006………Clay Aiken was in the “blender.” It was the fourth day of his frantic spin through the talk-show circuit, promoting his new album, A Thousand Different Ways.
On September 22, Clay visited The View. Clay was greeted with great warmth by Rosie O’Donnell and the other ladies. They chatted about several different issues including panic attacks, fame and hair styles.
Rosie was the definite leader of the interview. She related that she had her roots in Star Search and could relate to his experience on American Idol and how overwhelming the whirlwind was after the show.
Much of the short interview was about panic attacks and how common they are in the world. The ladies were very supportive and wanted to make sure they conveyed the fact that the panic attacks were nothing to be ashamed of. Rosie said that Clay was doing all the right things. Clay was surrounded by a very supportive group of ladies.
Rosie said to the audience:
Clay knows you love him, but love him from a distance…that is what a true fan would do.
The audience was filled with Clay fans and the entire group was excited to see Clay and hear him sing. Clay sang his first single Without You, a favorite on the new album. Clay stood on the stage which was set beautifully. This is something The View tries to do for their musical artists.
Two videos are available for this appearance and the first one includes the positive interview. The second video is Clay’s performance of Without You.
I do remember this show – they did give him the love that day as they always do when he is on the View. This was a very rough time for Clay – but as always he stayed "steadfast" !!!
Thanks Musicfan – I know all of the new fans appreciate the Clay history – it is good to remember for
us old-timers, too!
This was such a great interview and an even better performance. Clay looked gorgeous too! I love watching these videos. Thanks for a great post.
Wow! Clay's so sweet and his voice so adorable, he's great on interviews too, how could anyone not love him. Thanks musicfan, always enjoy your posts xox.
Thank you Musicfan. I loved re-living these clips again. You're right. Rosie was so good at making Clay feel comfortable. I give her props for that.
I so remember this show. I still have it taped and will have to watch it again. Clay was so cute with his Emo haircut..and, I have always loved Clay preforming Without You.
THANK YOU CLAY FOR HELPING US TO REMEMBER. andy WILLIAMS moon RIVER. IT WILL ALWAYS BE IN YOUR VOICE. I KNOW HE WILL LOVE THAT. your HEAVENLY. hugs to you. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hey…great show. Clay hair style looks so nice, m waiting for your next post.
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