Simon Cowell's Comments on the Howard Stern Show

From the CB:

Simon was interviewed by Howard Stern. When asked about Clay and Carrie he said that Clay's continued level of success will be determined by the next album. I think this is one reason Clay is taking so much time -- he knows the importance of this CD. He still feels Carrie has the best shot of overall success because of the kind of fans she draws. He's proud of Kelly but belives she would not have the kind of success she is seeing without idol.

Just before the interview ended his sidekick asked Simon if he thought Clay was g** -- Simon said he DIDN'T think so. Amazing coming from Simon.