History of Ryan Seacrest in Timeline

Ryan Seacrest is a prominent American television presenter and producer known for his extensive work in the entertainment industry. He currently hosts Wheel of Fortune, having taken over from Pat Sajak in 2024. Previously, he co-hosted Live with Kelly and Ryan and has hosted popular shows such as American Idol, American Top 40, and On Air with Ryan Seacrest. Since 2005, he has been involved with Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve, becoming the sole host after Clark's passing in 2012, solidifying his position as a major figure in live television events.

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2009: Relationship with Sara Jean Underwood Revealed

In 2009, Ryan Seacrest's on-and-off relationship with model Sara Jean Underwood was revealed on The Howard Stern Show.

April 2010: Began dating Julianne Hough

In April 2010, Ryan Seacrest began dating dancer and actress Julianne Hough.

2010: Launch of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation

In 2010, Ryan Seacrest launched the non-profit Ryan Seacrest Foundation and opened the first Seacrest Studio at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

2011: Opening of Seacrest Studios at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

In 2011, Seacrest Studios opened at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia as part of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation.

April 2012: Selena Gomez Named Ambassador of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation

In April 2012, Selena Gomez was named Ambassador of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation.

March 2013: Relationship with Julianne Hough ended

In March 2013, it was announced that Ryan Seacrest and Julianne Hough's relationship had ended.

2013: Opening of Seacrest Studios at Children's Hospital of Orange County, Levine Children's Hospital, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

In 2013, Seacrest Studios opened at Children's Hospital of Orange County, Levine Children's Hospital, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center as part of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation.

2014: Opening of Seacrest Studios at Boston Children's Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado

In 2014, Seacrest Studios opened at Boston Children's Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado as part of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation.

2015: Opening of Seacrest Studios at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C.

In 2015, Seacrest Studios opened at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C., as part of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation.

May 2016: Seacrest Serves as Commencement Speaker at University of Georgia and Receives Honorary Doctorate

In May 2016, Ryan Seacrest returned to the University of Georgia to serve as the commencement speaker at the graduation ceremony and receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters.

2016: Opening of Seacrest Studios at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Tennessee

In 2016, Seacrest Studios opened at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Tennessee as part of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation.

February 2017: Ryan Seacrest Foundation Partners with Atlanta Braves

In February 2017, the Ryan Seacrest Foundation partnered with the Atlanta Braves to promote the non-profit at SunTrust Park, with Seacrest providing voice overs for the Braves' "Welcome Home" broadcast media campaign.

August 2017: Announcement of Polished skincare line on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

In August 2017, Ryan Seacrest announced his partnership with dermatologist Harold Lancer to produce Polished, a men's skincare line, on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

November 2017: Sexual Harassment Allegations Against Seacrest Reported

In November 2017, it was reported that a former E! wardrobe stylist accused Ryan Seacrest of sexual harassment, leading to an investigation; Seacrest denied the allegations.

2017: Started dating Shayna Taylor

In 2017, Ryan Seacrest started dating model Shayna Taylor.

February 2018: Investigation into Harassment Allegations Closed Due to Insufficient Evidence

In February 2018, the investigation into the sexual harassment allegations against Ryan Seacrest was closed due to insufficient evidence.

2018: 2018-present

2018 to present represents the current timeline.

2018: Seacrest Urges Voters to Verify ID Requirements for Georgia Special Election

In 2018, the day before Georgia's special election, Ryan Seacrest urged voters in the state to visit VoteRider's site or contact the organization's helpline to find out what ID is required to vote.

2020: Ended relationship with Shayna Taylor

In 2020, Ryan Seacrest ended his relationship with model Shayna Taylor.

2020: Opening of Seacrest Studios at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in Florida

In 2020, Seacrest Studios opened at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in Florida as part of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation.

2023: Opening of Seacrest Studios at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, Cohen Children's Medical Center, and Primary Children's Hospital

In 2023, Seacrest Studios opened at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital in May, Cohen Children's Medical Center in September, and Primary Children's Hospital in December as part of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation.

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