Full Name: Clayton Holmes (Grissom) Aiken
Nicknames: Gonzo
Birthday: November 30th 1978
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Age: 25
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 145 lbs.
Shoe Size: 13
Eyes: Green
Eyewear: Contacts/Glasses
Hair: Naturally Red, dyed Brown w/highlights
Hairwear: Straightning Iron
Birthplace: Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Hometown: Raleigh, North Carolina
Marital Status: Single and lovin it!(I know we all love that)
Family: Mother (Faye), Father (Vernon, sperm donor; Ray, stepfather, deceased, summer '02), Brothers (Brett-17; Jeff-35) and sisters (Amy-30; Debbie, deceased)
Education: UNC Charlotte/Special Education (1 semester left)
Previous Singing: In a group called Just by Chance/Raleigh Boys Choir
Occupation: CAP MR/DD worker (working with a 13 year old autistic boy) (aww how sweet! we luv u Clay!)
Religion: Southern Baptist (His Church)
Phobias: Water, Cats
Allergies: Chocolate, coffee, mint, shellfish, almonds and mushrooms.
Relationship Status: Single and Loving it
Political Views: Liberal
Political Party: Democrat
Car he Drives: Jeep Grand Cherokee, Volvo SUV(Nice)
Feels About Life: His important "to-do" list is still unfinished.
Free Time: Art (Museaums, Theater, etc); Dine with Friends, go to movies, listen to music, SLEEP!, spend time with family, vegetate.
Dream Vacation: His Couch(oh yeah! Gotta love it)
His Idol: "My mother is the strongest person I know."(how sweet)
Goals in Life: "Success, happiness, stability. I would love to be known as a generous and selfless person.", he wants to make a difference however he can, by performing or by teaching.
Music Type: Jazz, slow R&B and pop/country ballads
Male artist: Jon Secada or Peter Cetera
Female artist: Shania Twain, Faith Hill
Album: James Taylor's "Hourglass"
American Idol Judge: Randy Jackson - "Because he thinks of the most constructive responses."
Drink: Coke
Food: Macaroni and Cheese, BBQ food, Krispy Kreme Donuts, Milk, Vanilla Ice Cream
Song to Perform: Unchained Melody