Current:Home > 新闻中心Charles H. Sloan-Clay Aiken's son Parker, 15, makes his TV debut, looks like his father's twin -Capitatum
Charles H. Sloan-Clay Aiken's son Parker, 15, makes his TV debut, looks like his father's twin
Rekubit View
Date:2025-04-06 11:55:40
Clay Aiken's son Parker is Charles H. Sloanhis mini-me!
The "American Idol" alum was joined by his son Parker Foster Aiken, 15, in the latter's television debut on "Celebrity Family Feud," which aired Tuesday.
Along with Clay Aiken's mother and brother, he was also joined by Jaymes Foster, Parker's mother and Clay Aiken's best friend. The family went head-to-head against David Foster and Katharine McPhee's family in the hit "Family Feud" spin-off show hosted by Steve Harvey.
The families are connected as well, as Jaymes Foster is David Foster's sister and David Foster has executive produced three of Aiken's albums.
Parker got in a few clever answers, including clinching the win on the question, "Name a famous Tom that a girl would love to go to the prom with" by suggesting Tom Holland despite Harvey's skepticism. Aiken's family eventually took the win for their charity, the National Inclusion Project.
Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
Aiken first came to fame on Season 2 of "American Idol" and, like McPhee on Season 5, was runner-up. Aiken's season was won by Ruben Studdard, while McPhee's season was won by Taylor Hicks.
All 22 'American Idol' winners, ranked.How does your favorite fare?
Aiken first announced the birth of his son on his blog in 2008. "My dear friend, Jaymes, and I are so excited to announce the birth of Parker Foster Aiken," he wrote at the time. Soon after, Aiken came out as gay in a People magazine profile.
Aiken has been open about how coming out so publicly has affected him. He told Rolling Stone, in a June investigation into allegations of LGBTQ discrimination against "American Idol," that he credits the show for introducing him to his first boyfriend and giving him room to figure things out.
"If I had not done 'Idol,' I don’t even want to claim that I would not have come out," he said. "I hope to God that I would have, but I certainly would not have found that on my own for many, many more years."
He also reflected on the years-long obsession over his sexuality before coming out.
"I never did an interview where somebody was not trying to ask me if I was gay," he said. Verification of his sexual orientation "was the only thing that anybody in the press wanted."
The fixation was everywhere, especially with comedians, he said.
"If I heard anybody setting up a gay joke on a sitcom or a late-night show, I held my breath because I knew my name was coming," he said. "Eighty percent of the time I was right."
veryGood! (3795)
Related
- Louisiana high court temporarily removes Judge Eboni Johnson Rose from Baton Rouge bench amid probe
- Japan’s Kishida replaces 4 ministers linked to slush funds scandal to contain damage to party
- Turkish lawmaker who collapsed in parliament after delivering speech, dies
- Stock market today: Asian shares are mostly higher after the Dow hits a record high, US dollar falls
- John Galliano out at Maison Margiela, capping year of fashion designer musical chairs
- Kyle Richards Reveals How Her Bond With Morgan Wade Is Different Than Her Other Friendships
- Drive a Tesla? Here's what to know about the latest Autopilot recall.
- Men charged with illegal killing of 3,600 birds, including bald and golden eagles to sell
- Apple iOS 18.2: What to know about top features, including Genmoji, AI updates
- 11 students hospitalized after fire extinguisher discharges in Virginia school
Ranking
- In ‘Nickel Boys,’ striving for a new way to see
- Senegal’s opposition leader could run for president after a court overturns a ruling barring his bid
- DWTS’ Alfonso Ribeiro Shares Touching Request for Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert After Health Scare
- These 50 Top-Rated Amazon Gifts for Women With Thousands of 5-Star Reviews Will Arrive By Christmas
- British swimmer Adam Peaty: There are worms in the food at Paris Olympic Village
- Buying a car? FTC reveals new CARS Rule to protect consumers from illegal dealership scams
- Zelenskyy makes first visit to US military headquarters in Germany, voices optimism about US aid
- Finland, NATO’s newest member, will sign a defense pact with the United States
Recommendation
Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what’s next for those who oppose Trump
Stocking Stuffers That Are So Cool & Useful You Just Have to Buy Them
Germany and Turkey agree to train imams who serve Germany’s Turkish immigrant community in Germany
The European Union is sorely tested to keep its promises to Ukraine intact
Your Wedding Guests Will Thank You if You Get Married at These All-Inclusive Resorts
Woman and man riding snowmachine found dead after storm hampered search in Alaska
Bucks, Pacers have confrontation over game ball after Giannis Antetokounmpo scores 64
Former British soldier to stand trial over Bloody Sunday killings half a century ago