‘Idol’s’ Paris Bennett Gives Birth To Baby Girl

October 07, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

“American Idol” alum Paris Bennett welcomed a baby girl Monday afternoon, a rep for the singer confirmed to People.

Egypt Bennett came into the world at 3:36 PM Monday and weighed in at 5 lbs., 15 oz., according to the statement released to the mag.

‘Idol’ LaKisha Jones Weds In Beverly Hills

October 06, 2008

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.

Former “American Idol” contestant LaKisha Jones has tied the knot.

The Flint, Mich.-native married financial adviser Larry Davis at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel on Sunday.

David Archuleta To Guest Star On Nickelodeon’s ‘iCarly’

October 02, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

David Archuleta is following in the footsteps of Victoria “Posh Spice” Beckham, by going from pop singer to TV guest star.

Like Posh did on “Ugly Betty” last year, Archuleta, or “Archie” as he was affectionately referred to on “American Idol” last season, will take his cherubic cheeks and blushing smile to Nickelodeon’s “iCarly,” where he will play himself, Access Hollywood has confirmed.

Clay Aiken: How ‘American Idol’ Gave Him The Courage To Come Out

September 25, 2008

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y.

Clay Aiken told the world, “Yes, I’m Gay,” on the cover of People magazine this week, in a portrait with his son, Parker Foster Aiken. But his coming out journey has been five years in the making.

In his first television interview since opening up about his sexuality, Clay sat down with Diane Sawyer on “Good Morning America” on Thursday, where he said being selected for “American Idol” helped him find the courage to open up about his personal life.

Claymates React To Aiken’s News: ‘Love The Man!’

September 24, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Clay Aiken fans got a not-so-big shock on Wednesday, as the former “Idol” came out on the cover of People with the message, “Yes, I’m Gay.” Yet, the current “Spamalot” star told the mag he knew he was taking a risk.

“If [fans] leave, I don’t want them to leave hating me,” he said.

So how did they react?

Clay Aiken: ‘Yes, I’m Gay’

September 24, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Clay Aiken has come out.

The “American Idol” star and new dad finally revealed his sexuality in the new issue of People, which features a portrait of Aiken and his son, Parker Foster Aiken, on the cover with the words, “Yes, I’m Gay.”

ROLL CALL: David Archuleta Feels The Post ‘Idol Tour’ Blues

September 16, 2008

By Jesse Spero

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Plus, Who is Victoria Beckham’s inspiration for her new men’s collection? And, Sheryl Crow is feeling the holiday cheer early!

ROLL CALL: Jordin Sparks Promises No Regrets After VMA Outburst

September 10, 2008

By Jesse Spero

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Plus, Naomi Campbell is back at work in the soup kitchen. Matthew McConaughey is back behind a bar mixing drinks. And, Kirsten Dunst is backing off the Mac Guy.