Clay Aiken
It was 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.
Did you see this show on TV?
I did see this interview and Clay singing and he was his usual interesting self. I only watch when Clay is on. Clay has always been treated very well by the View. Always love the photos that you post and enjoyed the videos, too!
Thanks so very much – CANN!
With so many fans and the media, I can only image the pressure Clay feels. Thus causing his “panic attacks”. We his fans must give him space and understanding, even to this day!
Thank you. CANN for the pictures and videos! Without You is one of my all-time favorites!
I recall watching Clay on the View back then. He looked fantastic with the hair style and the suit & shirt. Only Joy is still left on the View. I remember when she interviewed Clay on the show she had at night on a different channel way back when.
i also saw this interview and clay singing with out you he was his usual amazing self I also always watch when clay is on he has indeed been treated well by the view I aways like the pictures and videos you bring thanks very much cann
I remember that show. Clay looked adorable! Love the longish hair. Thanks so much for posting this for us.