July 4th Especially Important To Clay Aiken

The 4th of July carried special significance for ‘American Idol’ runner-up Clay Aiken, since his stepfather Ray Parker, a veteran, died two years ago on July 4th. Meanwhile, his younger brother, 18-year-old Brett, just enlisted in the Marines. “This Fourth of July is special because my dad was in the Air Force and my brother is now in the military,” Aiken told The Associated Press. “It gives a little more meaning to it this year.” Read more.