Ryan Seacrest
Definition
Ryan Seacrest (born December 24, 1974) is an American television host, radio personality, and producer, widely recognized for hosting American Idol from 2002 to 2023, Live with Kelly and Ryan from 2017 to 2023, and currently Wheel of Fortune since 2024.
He is also famous for hosting Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve annual broadcasts and maintaining a syndicated morning radio show reaching millions across the U.S.
Examples
Ryan Seacrest ignited viewer fury on Wheel of Fortune by rejecting a perfect puzzle solve due to a subtle Ohio accent on 'African safari'.
After decades of smooth-talking American Idol, Ryan Seacrest now plays pronunciation cop, turning Wheel contestants' triumphs into viral debates.
Ryan Seacrest spins the Wheel of Fortune faster than he counts down New Year's Eve, but his strict rulings keep fans glued to social media outrage.
From radio waves to TV prime time, Ryan Seacrest multitasks like a caffeinated auctioneer, dodging scandals while dropping sponsor plugs.