Clay Aiken
Keynote Speaker: Singer-Songwriter & "American Idol" Runner-Up; Co-Founder, National Inclusion Project
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Clay Aiken Biography
Clay Aiken first garnered public attention after securing second place in the second season of "American Idol" in 2003, marking the start of a successful music career. His debut album "Measure of a Man" promptly went multi-platinum. Over the years, he released various albums under RCA and Decca Records, with notable titles including "Merry Christmas with Love" and "Steadfast." Aiken's music accolades include the Fan's Choice Award at the American Music Awards and the Billboard Award for the Best-Selling Single of 2003. His musical endeavors were not limited to the recording studio.
He made his Broadway debut in "Spamalot" as Sir Robin and later starred in "Ruben & Clay's First Annual Family Fun Pageant Spectacular Reunion Christmas Show." Aiken competed in the fifth season of "The Celebrity Apprentice" and emerged as the runner-up. His participation in reality TV extended to "The Masked Singer" in 2024, and he appeared in TV series like "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit."
Aiken also ventured into politics, running for the United States House of Representatives in North Carolina's 2nd congressional district in 2014 and North Carolina's 4th congressional district in 2022. Despite not winning, his political participation showcased his willingness to engage in public discourse and advocacy, particularly on issues related to inclusion and rights. Moreover, he advocated for inclusion through the National Inclusion Project, which he co-founded, aiming to promote the inclusion of children with disabilities. His service as a UNICEF ambassador from 2004 to 2013 further demonstrated his commitment to social issues.
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Clay Aiken is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Reality TV, Television & Film, LGBTQ, Diversity & Inclusion, Entertainers, Music, Authors and Celebrity.
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Clay Aiken is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Reality TV, Television & Film and LGBTQ. The estimated speaking fee range to book Clay Aiken for live events is $30,000 - $50,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Clay Aiken can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Demi Lovato, Dee Snider and Carson Kressley. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Clay Aiken for an upcoming event.
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How do I book Clay Aiken to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Clay Aiken for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Clay Aiken, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Clay Aiken or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Clay Aiken for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Clay Aiken, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Clay Aiken, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Clay Aiken speak about?
Clay Aiken is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Reality TV, Television & Film, LGBTQ, Diversity & Inclusion, Entertainers, Music, Authors and Celebrity. -
Who is the agent for Clay Aiken?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Clay Aiken for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Clay Aiken for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Clay Aiken or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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