Ryan Seacrest
Ryan Seacrest is set to return as host the American Idol on ABC. He made the announcement Thursday morning on Live with Kelly & Ryan. Seacrest hosted the original Idol for 15 seasons from 2002 to 2016 when it aired on FOX.
“It’s genuinely hard to put into words what ‘American Idol’ means to me,” Seacrest said in a statement. “I’m so grateful for the show and all the career and life opportunities it’s allowed me to experience.”
“It’s been an incredible journey from day one,” he added. “To be asked to return this year, at my new home at Disney/ABC, is an honor, if not a bit surreal. I believe ABC is the perfect home for ‘Idol,’ and I’ve every confidence the show’s legions of fans will love it — especially ‘Idol”s best traditions of showcasing heartwarming stories, remarkable talent discovery, and, best of all, making dreams come true.”
