History of Ryan Seacrest in Timeline

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Ryan Seacrest

Ryan Seacrest is a prominent American television host and producer, known for his extensive work in the entertainment industry. He is currently the host of Wheel of Fortune. He is known for co-hosting and producing Live with Kelly and Ryan, hosting American Idol, American Top 40, and On Air with Ryan Seacrest. Seacrest began co-hosting Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve in 2005 and became the sole host in 2012 after Clark's death. He is a significant figure in popular culture and television broadcasting.


2009: 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 began dating Julianne Hough

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

2010: Ryan Seacrest launches the Ryan Seacrest Foundation

In 2010, Ryan Seacrest launched the nonprofit Ryan Seacrest Foundation.

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

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

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: Ryan Seacrest and Julianne Hough end relationship

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

2013: Seacrest Studios opened at multiple Children's Hospitals

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

2013: Ryan Seacrest clothing line developed

In 2013, Ryan Seacrest, in conjunction with Randa Apparel & Accessories, developed his own clothing and accessories collection, "Ryan Seacrest Distinction".

2014: Seacrest Studios opened at multiple Children's Hospitals

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

2014: Ryan Seacrest Distinction launched in Macy's

In 2014, The Randa/Seacrest partnership successfully launched the "Ryan Seacrest Distinction" brand in Macy's. The collection includes suit separates, sports coats, and evening wear.

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

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

May 2016: Ryan Seacrest receives honorary degree and speaks at UGA commencement

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: Seacrest Studios opened at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Tennessee

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

February 2017: Ryan Seacrest Foundation partners with the Atlanta Braves

In February 2017, the Ryan Seacrest Foundation partnered with the Atlanta Braves to promote the non-profit at SunTrust Park. Seacrest 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 new men's skincare line, Polished, on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

September 2017: Itochu Prominent adds sportswear to Ryan Seacrest Distinction

In September 2017, Itochu Prominent added sportswear to the "Ryan Seacrest Distinction" clothing line.

November 2017: Sexual harassment allegations against Ryan Seacrest reported

In November 2017, it was reported that a former E! wardrobe stylist had accused Ryan Seacrest of sexual harassment and that he was under investigation. Seacrest denied the allegations.

2017: Ryan Seacrest dated Shayna Taylor

In 2017, Ryan Seacrest started dating model Shayna Taylor.

February 2018: Investigation into Seacrest allegations closed

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

2018: Seacrest urged Georgia voters to check ID requirements

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

2018: 2018 - present

Information from 2018 to present regarding Ryan Seacrest.

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

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

2020: Ryan Seacrest and Shayna Taylor end relationship

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

2023: Seacrest Studios opened at multiple Children's Hospitals

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