The 42-year-old television host and radio personality will be back to host the 'American Idol' revival on ABC.
- Jul 20, 2017
AceShowbiz - Ryan Seacrest is officially returning to "American Idol". During the Thursday, July 20 episode of "Live with Kelly and Ryan", the 42-year-old host and Kelly Ripa announced his comeback to the "Idol" revival on ABC.
"Reuniting with an old flame. So excited to see u again :) @americanidol," Ryan, who hosted the competition series' original run from 2002 to 2016, wrote alongside a clip of the "Live" episode.
Ryan said in a statement, "It's genuinely hard to put into words what 'American Idol' means to me. 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. 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," he continued.
ABC Entertainment president Channing Dungey, meanwhile, added, "We are thrilled to be ushering in this new era of 'American Idol' with Ryan at the helm. So much of 'American Idol's' overwhelming success can be attributed to Ryan, whose larger-than- life personality and laudable dedication to creating quality entertainment has made him a true master of his craft. His talent is limitless, and I can't think of a more appropriate person to honor the 'Idol' legacy as it takes on new life than the man who has been there through it all."
