![Radio DJ, TV Host and Producer Ryan Seacrest](https://www.onthisday.com/images/people/ryan-seacrest.jpg?w=360)
Full Name: Ryan John Seacrest
Profession: Radio DJ, TV Host and Producer
Biography: Ryan Seacrest is an American television and radio host, producer, and entrepreneur. He is best known for hosting the "American Idol" singing competition television series from 2002 to 2016, and its re-boot, since 2018.
Seacrest has also hosted various other programs, including syndicated television's "Live with Kelly and Ryan" (2017-23), and radio shows "On Air with Ryan Seacrest" and "American Top 40" (both since 2004). He has produced various television projects, including reality programs "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" and "Shahs of Sunset".
Seacrest is also the founder of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, a charitable organization that provides resources and opportunities to children and young adults with medical needs.
Born: December 24, 1974
Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Age: 49 years old
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn
Historical Events
- 2004-01-03 After hosting the show for over 30 years, Casey Kasem gives up the hosting duties of "American Top 40" to Ryan Seacrest
- 2023-06-27 Ryan Seacrest announced as the new host of "Wheel of Fortune", to replace long-time host Pat Sajak in 2024
Biographies and Sources
- Ryan Seacrest will host ‘Wheel of Fortune’ after Pat Sajak retires next year - Associated Press