History of Ryan Seacrest in Timeline

Ryan Seacrest is a prominent American television presenter and producer known for his extensive career in media. He currently hosts Wheel of Fortune, succeeding Pat Sajak in 2024. Previously, he co-hosted Live with Kelly and Ryan and has hosted other successful shows like American Idol, American Top 40, and On Air with Ryan Seacrest. After co-hosting with Dick Clark starting in 2005, Seacrest became the sole host of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve following Clark's passing in 2012. His versatile role as both a host and executive producer underscores his significant influence in the entertainment industry.

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2009: Ryan Seacrest's Relationship with Sara Jean Underwood Revealed

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

April 2010: Ryan Seacrest Begins Dating Julianne Hough

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

2010: Ryan Seacrest Launches the Ryan Seacrest Foundation and Opens First Seacrest Studio

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

2011: Ryan Seacrest Foundation Opens Seacrest Studio at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

In 2011, the Ryan Seacrest Foundation opened a Seacrest Studio at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

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

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

March 2013: Ryan Seacrest and Julianne Hough End Relationship

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

2013: Ryan Seacrest Foundation Opens Additional Seacrest Studios

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

2014: Ryan Seacrest Foundation Opens Additional Seacrest Studios

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

2015: Ryan Seacrest Foundation Opens Seacrest Studio at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C.

In 2015, the Ryan Seacrest Foundation opened a Seacrest Studio at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C.

May 2016: Ryan Seacrest Receives Honorary Doctorate from the University of Georgia

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

2016: Ryan Seacrest Foundation Opens Seacrest Studio at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital

In 2016, the Ryan Seacrest Foundation opened a Seacrest Studio at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Tennessee.

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. Ryan Seacrest also did voice overs for the Braves' "Welcome Home" broadcast media campaign.

August 2017: Ryan Seacrest Announces Polished Skincare Line

In August 2017, Ryan Seacrest announced his partnership with dermatologist Harold Lancer to create Polished, a men's skincare line, on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. The line features five items designed for ease of use.

November 2017: Ryan Seacrest Accused of Sexual Harassment

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

2017: Ryan Seacrest Begins Dating Shayna Taylor

In 2017, Ryan Seacrest began dating model Shayna Taylor.

February 2018: Investigation into Sexual Harassment Allegations Against Ryan Seacrest Closed

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

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

In 2018, the day before Georgia's special election, Ryan Seacrest, encouraged voters in the state to use VoteRider's site or helpline to determine the required ID for voting.

2018: 2018-Present

Information regarding Ryan Seacrest from 2018 to present.

2020: Ryan Seacrest and Shayna Taylor End Relationship

In 2020, Ryan Seacrest and Shayna Taylor ended their relationship.

2020: Ryan Seacrest Foundation Opens Seacrest Studio at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

In 2020, the Ryan Seacrest Foundation opened a Seacrest Studio at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in Florida.

2023: Ryan Seacrest Foundation Opens Additional Seacrest Studios

In 2023, the Ryan Seacrest Foundation opened Seacrest Studios at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital in Tennessee (May), Cohen Children's Medical Center in New York (September), and Primary Children's Hospital in Utah (December).