Born and raised in Atlanta, Seacrest has been the heart and soul of television and in radio for many years, beginning as the host of such kids shows as, _"Gladiators 2000" . As in Idol, he will interact with the talent and judges, in order to keep track of viewers through the weekly show that will make it a successful hit.
Resides in Los Angeles, California.
Attended the University of Georgia.
One of People magazines 50 Most Beautiful People in the World.
Had a very brief appearance as an extra in Crimson Tide . He is shown as the submarine is getting underway, staring at an aquarium. He pointed this out himself when he was the host of "NBC Saturday Night Movie" . Since he was an extra, he is not credited.
Hosted the one-hour weekly radio program "Live from the Lounge" (2001-2002).
In January 2004, he took over Casey Kasem s place as host of American Top 40. In December 2004, Ryan began hosting a second version of American Top 40 (Hot AC version).
In 2007, Forbes Magazine estimated his earnings for the year at $14 million.
Was bitten by a small shark on July 28, 2008.
Co-owns a Los Angeles sushi bar called Katana.
Son of Connie Seacrest.
Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Radio at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California on April 13, 2005.
Boyfriend of Julianne Hough [June 2010 - March 2013].
Was a starting linesman on his high school football team.
Has mostly German and Swiss-German ancestry. He also has distant Irish roots. The family surname was originally spelled "Secrest".
His mentor was Merv Griffin.
Brother of Meredith Seacrest.
