Taylor Hicks has spoken up about the buzz surrounding his recent comments on Kelly Clarkson. Fans claim the ‘American Idol’ season 5 winner was flirting with her. Hicks, however, has a different perspective on the story.
The ‘American Idol’ winner playfully expressed his admiration for Kelly Clarkson
The flirty headlines associated with Taylor Hicks started after he made some light-hearted comments about buying Kelly Clarkson a car. Speaking to SiriusXM’s Page Six Radio, Hicks claimed his original remarks were just a friendly gesture and not a romantic one. “I think that’s manifested, not by Page Six or by us, but by somebody else,” he said. He believes that what began as a playful comment took on a life of its own and went viral.
Hicks said, he was offering the car to Clarke due to admiration, not flirtation. Clarkson was the first American Idol winner in 2002. Hicks said her success transformed the competition into a TV powerhouse, allowing for great opportunities for later winners.
Hicks claims that sponsorships increased as the show grew in popularity. Thus, later winners had access to prizes that were not available during Clarkson’s seasons. Hicks received a Ford Mustang after winning Season 5, while Clarkson revealed she never received the promised car.
“As the show got bigger, Kelly, she was the first. She was the pioneer,” Hicks said. He added that he simply wanted to “take Kelly shopping” for the car she never received. Clarkson discussed the missing prize during an episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show. She revealed that the American Idol win came with unexpected surprises, including not receiving the car.
Hicks also praised Clarkson, her career, and her resilience. He expressed admiration for Clarkson’s work ethic in balancing the demands of television, music, and motherhood. His most recent interview made it clear that he commented out of respect and not any romantic infatuation.
This exchange reminded fans of the lasting connection shared between Kelly Clarkson and fellow American Idol winners.
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