Clay Aiken Recalls Simon Cowell Saying He Didn't Look 'Like a Pop Star' During “American Idol” Audition: 'He Said I Was Ugly'

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After the conclusion of season 24 of "American Idol," it's time to look back on previous winners and see how many actually became American idols.
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American Idol contestant makes a major revelation about his audition with Simon Cowell

Almost two decades later, the singer came back on the stage of the show during the season 24 finale. The contestant reveals ...
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Clay Aiken's Life After American Idol, Fatherhood, Hiatus, Running For Congress And Return To Music

Clay Aiken has been making headlines ever since his rare appearance on American Idol after almost 23 years. The former participant appeared on the Season 24 finale, leaving everyone nostalgic and ...

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Past "American Idol" winners include Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and more. Who's left in the running for Season 24?
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What Happened to Clay Aiken After

Following the multi-platinum success of his debut album, Clay Aiken stepped away from music for a decade Frank Trapper/Corbis via Getty; Victoria Sirakova/Getty Over 20 years ago, Clay Aiken competed ...