Cowell -- When Was Clay Ever Straight? 9/29/2008 5:35 AM PT When it came to Clay Aiken's big coming out announcement, Simon Cowell was just as surprised as the rest of us -- as in, not at all. Play video content See Also Simon Cowell -- I AM a Pompous Ass! Share on Facebook Share on X Simon Cowell Clay Aiken Ryan Seacrest American Idol