Ryan Seacrest Re-Signs with AMERICAN IDOL

Ryan Seacrest is sticking with AMERICAN IDOL. ABC announced the host will remain with the show, keeping him the sole original on-screen talent for the singing competition.

“AMERICAN IDOL has been my home for 17 seasons and I can’t wait to return to the stage,” said Seacrest in a statement. “It’s the greatest gift to be able to play a part in discovering new talent with a franchise that has been such a relevant part of American culture for so many years.”

“We are delighted that our entire IDOL dream team will be reuniting for the upcoming season on ABC,” said Karey Burke, president, ABC Entertainment. “Ryan has been hosting IDOL since the beginning, and the energy and enthusiasm he brings to the show after 17 seasons are remarkable. We can’t wait to see what’s in store as Ryan, our superstar judges and in-house mentor set out on their nationwide search for the next great music sensation.”

“I’m thrilled that Ryan is returning to AMERICAN IDOL,” said executive producer and showrunner Trish Kinane. “His passion for the show is evident, and we couldn’t imagine searching for the next generation of superstars without him.”

“Since the very beginning everyone who has ever stepped onto the AMERICAN IDOL stage has done so with Ryan Seacrest’s support and guidance,” said executive producers Eli Holzman and Aaron Saidman on behalf of Industrial Media’s 19 Entertainment. “We are lucky to call him our partner and proud to call him our friend. We are thrilled that the next American Idol can rely on Ryan guiding them along their way to stardom.”

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