Gay or not gay? Here is the Interview...

[MusicLover]

www.ew.com (Entertainment Weekly)

A lot of fans got to see the softer side of Ace when you revealed the scar on your chest. What's that from?
The scar is actually from a basketball game. I was playing outdoors — I went up in the air into a garden and landed on a bar that was supposed to hold up a tree, but there was no tree. It hit me in the chest and bent with me all the way to the ground. It split me right open, but thankfully it didn't hit me in the throat. I thought showing the scar was fitting with the song.

On Tuesday night you assured fans that even though your hair was slicked back you didn't cut it. Will you ever cut it?
I enjoy it. I enjoy having it. I like feeling it fall wherever God wants to let it fall. If people want me to cut it I will. If people start talking about it too much or not listening to what I'm saying or singing, I'll get rid of it.

Yeah, you don't want to become Michael Bolton. Anyway, Paula said you should be a TV or movie star. Any plans to go into acting?
I've done a little acting and I would love to get into more acting classes so I can experience more emotions that you go through as an actor. I'm so excited by this launching pad American Idol has given me. I see it as a starting point. So many people love me! It blows me away. I have people walk up to me and give me a sincere hug. They don't even say a word.

That sounds kind of creepy. Does it freak you out that you went from relative anonymity to a celebrity?
If you voted for me I'm going to hug you. I'm the youngest of five; I've always been the underdog, fighting for recognition. I had four older brothers who were gifted athletes, so I was always the one entertaining in the house. I was the one who settled the mood.

I don't think you'll have a problem getting recognition now.
I'm a people person. I can't wait to do the tour and see the millions of people who voted for me so I can give them the handshakes and hugs they so deserve. I'm so grateful. In Denver I had a group of people who go by ''Ace's High Rollers.'' Last week they raised $2,000 in my name and donated it to Denver Children's Hospital. It's amazing that people know me. They know I go to Children's Hospital every year and go from room to room and sing for people. I've done it seven years in a row and I'll do it again this year.

You've been performing in public since you were 11. Did you like doing mall gigs?
I'd sign pictures, dance, even rap a little. I liked Kris Kross a lot then.

Did you wear your jeans backwards?
No, but I wore a Braves hat everywhere because it had an A on it and I thought that was cool.

Will you be watching and voting for the remainder of the show?
Yeah, I'm going to vote, but based on the performances. I'm not going to stick to one person. You're going to have to fight for my vote.

What's next for you: Singing? Acting?
I'm doing Regis & Kelly tomorrow. Then I have press stuff until Tuesday, and then I'm going back to Colorado for a few weeks to give those hugs to everyone who voted for me and kept me there. I can't wait to see what opportunities come my way — modeling, acting, music, fundraisers. Even my personal life, I can't wait to see who knocks on my door.

Let's talk about your personal life. Some might say you're a sex symbol now.
[Coyly] Thank you, Jessica.

I didn't say I did. I said some do. I'm married.
Your husband's going to come find me on the basketball court. Well, I'm flattered that my name is out there, that I'm a household name. What a great starting point for me. If I'm going to be in the sex-symbol category, all I can say is I'm flattered and I'm still going to give you a hug if you voted for me. I'm still Ace. I haven't changed from day one here. I'm not going to change.

When you were out on the town during the show, did any women ever slip you their phone numbers?
Yeah, they did, actually.

Are you going to call any of them?
I let Ryan accept all of them. You'll have to ask him.

[B]Okay, I'll check with your pimp brother about that one. But for all the ladies out there, you are still single?
Single and available. So is my 6-foot-7 brother.


Well, that leaves me with more questions than answers.... Sounds like he's tryin' to push all the women off on his brother to me.

:beerchug:

[FalseIdol]

This is not "the" interview when he said he was out. That interview occurred on AI-Extra, not Entertainment Weekly.

[MusicLover]

This is not "the" interview when he said he was out. That interview occurred on AI-Extra, not Entertainment Weekly.

No crap, False! It's another interview that I found that may shed light on the controversy from the "Extra" Interview. There is more than one news outlet, and Ace did more than one interview. I thought that, instead of focusing on only one interview Ace did, maybe, just maybe it would be nice to have more than one source to quote when arguing something so important as a person's sexuality.

[frank]

No crap, False! It's another interview that I found that may shed light on the controversy from the "Extra" Interview. There is more than one news outlet, and Ace did more than one interview. I thought that, instead of focusing on only one interview Ace did, maybe, just maybe it would be nice to have more than one source to quote when arguing something so important as a person's sexuality.

When all is said and done, who cares if he's gay. he most certainly can't sing. He'll make a tremendous underwear model.

[jennywantboyfriend]

**** just Found out Ace Young is gay ( silly me ) ,,didn't catch on about singing girly michelle jackson tunes ,,,lol ,,,hHhhh too Bad for moi! he had the greatest smile ,,,,,,,any other hot str8 male available to me ,,, jenny 20 yr olds , and yes blond ,,,,,,

[MusicLover]

**** just Found out Ace Young is gay ( silly me ) ,,didn't catch on about singing girly michelle jackson tunes ,,,lol ,,,hHhhh too Bad for moi! he had the greatest smile ,,,,,,,any other hot str8 male available to me ,,, jenny 20 yr olds , and yes blond ,,,,,,

I think you meant to go to eHarmony.com. Wrong site, sweetheart.

[FalseIdol]

maybe, just maybe it would be nice to have more than one source to quote when arguing something so important as a person's sexuality.

LOL. Well, if it was any of us I don't think we would want ANY news organization discussing our sexuality.

Don't misunderstand, I am glad you shared this. It is just that when you used the term "the" interview I think people might have thought you were referring to the Idol-extra piece, since those are the comments which seen to have generated the most controversy.

[aztecgoods]

When all is said and done, who cares if he's gay. he most certainly can't sing. He'll make a tremendous underwear model.

Let me just say that I am NOT GAY BASHING, and I personally do not care if ACE is gay or not. But with that being said, the most enlightening interveiw on this subject was on one of the Satellite Channels I forget the precise acronym for it but something like (BLOWJB). Anyway, it is one of those channels that feature some adult entertainment. I will only use some exerpts from the interview for it was more extensive than I care to remember.

SO WHAT IF THE SINGING CAREER DOESN'T WORK OUT, YOU SEE ANYTHING ELSE IN YOUR PICTURE:
Yes. Film and Television, with an emphasis on film.

DO YOU SEE YOURSELF FOCUSING ON GAY PORN, BYE, STRAIGHT BOTH? CURIOUS?
Yes all of the above. I do not discriminate, although I may let my brother handle some of the straight ones.

SO YOU ARE BYE?
Yes, with an emphasis on guys.

SO THE RUMORS ARE TRUE?
Yes, I didn't know it was a rumor but it is true.

WHEN DID YOU HAVE YOUR FIRST SEXUAL EXPERIENCE?
It was in my first boy-scott troup. My scout leader took us out to Yellowstone, and slipped us all some real funky cool-aid. The next thing I knew I woke up with my under wear on backwards and a changed man for life.

(need I say more? Hope this clears up the controversy)

[aztecgoods]

Let me just say that I am NOT GAY BASHING, and I personally do not care if ACE is gay or not. But with that being said, the most enlightening interveiw on this subject was on one of the Satellite Channels I forget the precise acronym for it but something like (BLOWJB). Anyway, it is one of those channels that feature some adult entertainment. I will only use some exerpts from the interview for it was more extensive than I care to remember.

SO WHAT IF THE SINGING CAREER DOESN'T WORK OUT, YOU SEE ANYTHING ELSE IN YOUR PICTURE:
Yes. Film and Television, with an emphasis on film.

DO YOU SEE YOURSELF FOCUSING ON GAY PORN, BYE, STRAIGHT BOTH? CURIOUS?
Yes all of the above. I do not discriminate, although I may let my brother handle some of the straight ones.

SO YOU ARE BYE?
Yes, with an emphasis on guys.

SO THE RUMORS ARE TRUE?
Yes, I didn't know it was a rumor but it is true.

WHEN DID YOU HAVE YOUR FIRST SEXUAL EXPERIENCE?
It was in my first boy-scott troup. My scout leader took us out to Yellowstone, and slipped us all some real funky cool-aid. The next thing I knew I woke up with my under wear on backwards and a changed man for life.

(need I say more? Hope this clears up the controversy)


One more interesting excerpt from that interview.

SO WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE SINGING GROUP GROWING UP?
I was really into the Village People, although at the time I wasn't sure why. I modeled my singing style after the Indian, not so much because of his vocal style, but because I really loved the loin cloth look. I am thinking about going with that for my first tour.

[frank]

Let me just say that I am NOT GAY BASHING, and I personally do not care if ACE is gay or not. But with that being said, the most enlightening interveiw on this subject was on one of the Satellite Channels I forget the precise acronym for it but something like (BLOWJB). Anyway, it is one of those channels that feature some adult entertainment. I will only use some exerpts from the interview for it was more extensive than I care to remember.

SO WHAT IF THE SINGING CAREER DOESN'T WORK OUT, YOU SEE ANYTHING ELSE IN YOUR PICTURE:
Yes. Film and Television, with an emphasis on film.

DO YOU SEE YOURSELF FOCUSING ON GAY PORN, BYE, STRAIGHT BOTH? CURIOUS?
Yes all of the above. I do not discriminate, although I may let my brother handle some of the straight ones.

SO YOU ARE BYE?
Yes, with an emphasis on guys.

SO THE RUMORS ARE TRUE?
Yes, I didn't know it was a rumor but it is true.

WHEN DID YOU HAVE YOUR FIRST SEXUAL EXPERIENCE?
It was in my first boy-scott troup. My scout leader took us out to Yellowstone, and slipped us all some real funky cool-aid. The next thing I knew I woke up with my under wear on backwards and a changed man for life.

(need I say more? Hope this clears up the controversy)
As far as satire goes.. you may want to leave that to False Idol. Your intent here, I'm assuming, was a comedic look at an alternative lifestyle.

What I think you actually accomplished here was an insight to the definition Freudian slip. Your knowledge of the Gay lifestyle is very detailed and comprehensive. I applaud your efforts to help us all understand this touchy subject.

[aztecgoods]

As far as satire goes.. you may want to leave that to False Idol. Your intent here, I'm assuming, was a comedic look at an alternative lifestyle.

What I think you actually accomplished here was an insight to the definition Freudian slip. Your knowledge of the Gay lifestyle is very detailed and comprehensive. I applaud your efforts to help us all understand this touchy subject.

That may be why I can't stop watching Deliverance over and over again, it is just captivating to me. /s/ confused/curious

[yayamiddlesister]

I think this is sick!- To actually be making up these interviews! SICK! SICK! SICK PEOPLE!

[aztecgoods]

I think this is sick!- To actually be making up these interviews! SICK! SICK! SICK PEOPLE!

I know, I have been seeking professional help, but its not working and I still find myself alone sitting in green fields waiting for the alien spaceship to come and take me and ACE away. We are trying shock therapy next week so maybe that will work. For a few more excerpts from that interview, I suggest you check out the thread "The REAL interview with ACE".