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All-but-omnipresent entertainment personality Ryan Seacrest is sticking with the job that propelled him to national fame, announcing Monday that he'll continue hosting "American Idol."

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CNNMoney: Steve Ballmer's gonzo final CES keynote, backed by tweet choirupdated: Tue Jan 10 2012 07:22:00

Microsoft's final Consumer Electronics Show keynote was short on news but long on flashiness -- complete with a gospel choir, Cookie Monster, Ryan Seacrest and an Auto-Tuned Bill Gates.

People.com: Julianne Hough & Ryan Seacrest Throw a Dance Party in L.A.updated: Fri Oct 07 2011 13:30:00

Julianne Hough was having a ball at the official Footloose afterparty at Whiskey Blue inside the W Los AngelesRyan Seacrest, - Westwood. She was partying with doting boyfriend who was very supportive of his leading lady. The pair danced the night away, took tequila shots and even stole smooches in front of everyone. Seacrest was also spotted giving Hough's brother, DWTS pro Derek Hough, a friendly hug. - Dahvi Shira

Career lessons from 5 of top reality starsupdated: Mon Sep 05 2011 12:50:00

Believe it or not, reality TV stars can be more for us than a guilty pleasure. In fact, they can even teach us a thing or two, and not just about being a drama queen.

People.com: Kim Kardashian Spills Wedding Secretsupdated: Sat Aug 20 2011 14:10:00

"It's all about the dress," the reality star says of Saturday's nuptials with Kris Humphries

People.com: Ryan Seacrest & Julianne Hough Make Waves in Miamiupdated: Mon Jun 27 2011 19:09:00

The couple "really wanted to chill" and spend time together, a source says

People.com: Regis Philbin's Replacement: Ryan Seacrest, Andy Cohen or Mark Consuelos?updated: Tue Jun 21 2011 07:30:00

The Idol host, Andy Cohen and Mark Consuelos are reportedly being considered

People.com: Ryan Seacrest and Julianne Hough Make Emergency Trip to the Vetupdated: Wed Jun 08 2011 10:08:00

The singer spent some of her weekend crying over her beloved pooch after an apparent health scare

People.com: American Idol: Casey Abrams Is Eliminatedupdated: Fri Apr 29 2011 07:11:00

A favorite of the judges is sent home in a surprising results night

People.com: David Cook Debuts 'The Last Goodbye' on American Idolupdated: Fri Apr 22 2011 14:49:00

The season 7 winner returns to perform the first single from his upcoming album, This Loud Morning

People.com: Kelly Clarkson Returns to American Idolupdated: Fri Apr 15 2011 13:30:00

The first winner performed, teased Ryan Seacrest and said of Casey Abrams, "He's certainly delicious"

People.com: Ryan Seacrest Eaten by Cobra? April Fools!updated: Sat Apr 02 2011 14:30:00

The American Idol host lets the Bronx Zoo Cobra take over his Web site and Twitter

People.com: American Idol's Shocking Elimination Nightupdated: Fri Mar 25 2011 12:09:00

Click here for details on one of the show's wildest episodes ever

People.com: Russell Brand Plants Surprise Smooch on Ryan Seacrestupdated: Mon Feb 28 2011 03:13:00

The funnyman also compliments the red-carpet host on looking very handsome

People.com: Heartbreak and Happiness at American Idol's Hollywood Roundupdated: Fri Feb 11 2011 13:15:00

Early favorites Jacee Badeaux, Chris Medina and Chris Medina make it through while others exit in tears

People.com: PEOPLE TV Critic: How to Make Idol Fun Againupdated: Wed Jan 19 2011 13:35:00

At a crossroads for season 10, here's what the show should do to reinvigorate itself

People.com: Kaley Cuoco's Big Engagement Fake-Outupdated: Mon Jan 17 2011 07:49:00

The Big Bang Theory sets off engagement rumors based on the placement of her bling

People.com: Ryan Seacrest and Jennifer Lopez: Idol Will Be an 'All New Show'updated: Thu Jan 06 2011 14:35:00

"We're more of a collaborative judging group," says Lopez

People.com: Ryan Seacrest: 'I'm Not Engaged' to Julianne Houghupdated: Fri Dec 31 2010 10:50:00

He says he's "very happy" with his girlfriend but has no plans to walk down the aisle

People.com: Through the Years: The Kardashians' Very, Merry Christmas Cardsupdated: Fri Dec 17 2010 10:31:00

See the reality TV family capture the season with Ninja Turtle Santa, Ryan Seacrest...and a Harley!

People.com: Derek Hough: No Engagement for Sister Julianne - Yetupdated: Sun Dec 05 2010 12:09:00

Julianne is "a little young" to get married, says Derek, but "as long as she is happy, that is what matters"

People.com: Julianne Hough & Ryan Seacrest Spend Romantic Holiday in Parisupdated: Sat Nov 27 2010 21:28:00

Ooh la la! The pair enjoy food, wine and art while vacationing in the City of Light

People.com: Julianne Hough & Ryan Seacrest's Sweet Parisian Vacationupdated: Tue Nov 23 2010 16:49:00

The couple share a romantic lunch and shopping trip in the City of Light

People.com: Julianne Hough Calls Ryan Seacrest a 'Phenomenal' Boyfriendupdated: Tue Nov 16 2010 21:49:00

The "really romantic" Idol host showers his girlfriend with flowers

People.com: Julianne Hough 'Could Not Be Happier' with Ryan Seacrestupdated: Tue Nov 16 2010 09:08:00

"We are very compatible," the Burlesque star says. "Everything is wonderful"

Political Circus: McCain vs. Seacrestupdated: Fri Nov 05 2010 12:57:00

Politics is serious business -- but not all of the time. From the halls of Congress to the campaign trail, there's always something that gets a laugh. Here are some of the things you might have missed.

People.com: Derek Hough: Ryan Seacrest 'Fits Right in with My Family'updated: Wed Oct 13 2010 16:49:00

"We're all kind of goofy and quirky," says the pro dancer about his clan

People.com: Jennifer Lopez & Ryan Seacrest Aren't Having an Idol 'Diva Battle'updated: Sat Oct 09 2010 10:07:00

"I'm there two weeks, and we have a major feud … it's hysterical," Jennifer Lopez says, joking

People.com: Julianne Hough Laughs Off Ryan Seacrest Engagement Rumorsupdated: Wed Oct 06 2010 18:53:00

"That's news to me, and I think it's news to him," the dancer-actress says of a possible proposal

People.com: Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler Announced As New Idol Judgesupdated: Wed Sep 22 2010 20:28:00

"I'm looking for the next Michael Jackson," Lopez said at a press conference in L.A.

People.com: LIVE: Watch Ryan Seacrest Announce American Idol's New Judgesupdated: Wed Sep 22 2010 13:08:00

Find out who will replace Simon, Ellen and Kara

New 'American Idol' judges to be named todayupdated: Wed Sep 22 2010 02:34:00

Fox will reveal Wednesday who will take up the three vacated slots on the judges' panel on "American Idol."

People.com: Ryan Seacrest Gushes (Discreetly) About Julianne Houghupdated: Tue Sep 14 2010 19:29:00

The Idol host swoons over his girlfriend, even though he never mentions her name

People.com: Timbaland: 'Why Would I Commit Suicide?'updated: Wed Aug 25 2010 19:28:00

The rapper-producer was upset after he was robbed, but says reports that he tried to take his own life were untrue

People.com: Ryan Seacrest and Julianne Hough's Lovey-Dovey Weekendupdated: Tue Aug 10 2010 09:28:00

The couple are spotted having brunch in L.A. and looking "smitten," says an eyewitness

People.com: Julianne Hough Jokes about Having a Baby with Ryan Seacrestupdated: Wed Jul 28 2010 06:28:00

"Didn't you know?" she quips, sidestepping questions about her relationship with the Idol host

People.com: Kim Kardashian Calls Nephew Mason 'Best Birth Control Ever'updated: Thu Jul 22 2010 17:50:00

"I'm happy to wait a few years," the reality star says about starting a family

People.com: Ryan Seacrest & Julianne Hough Getting 'More Serious'updated: Wed Jun 23 2010 10:54:00

"They are perfect for each other," a source says of the new couple

Julianne Hough takes a 'Dancing' breakupdated: Tue Nov 17 2009 19:26:00

Sorry, Julianne Hough fans, you'll have to endure another season of "Dancing with the Stars" without your favorite pro dancer in the ballroom.

Could you become a celebrity stalker?updated: Thu Nov 05 2009 13:07:00

Think you would never go so far as to become obsessed with your favorite celebrity?

Celebrities targeted by stalkersupdated: Thu Nov 05 2009 13:07:00

Showbiz Tonight's Brooke Anderson on stalking incidents involving Ryan Seacrest, Justin Timberlake, and Miley Cyrus.

People.com: Army Apologizes for Ryan Seacrest Stalkerupdated: Tue Nov 03 2009 14:28:00

Chidi Uzomah Jr., who is accused of stalking the Idol host, served in the Army National Guard

People.com: Ryan Seacrest Fine After Stalker Incidentupdated: Mon Nov 02 2009 00:12:00

The TV emcee is okay after a man allegedly broke into his office with a knife

People.com: Khloe Kardashian Is Married!updated: Mon Sep 28 2009 14:27:00

Get all the details on the lavish outdoor ceremony with flowers, food, family - and cameras

Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom tie the knotupdated: Mon Sep 28 2009 13:52:00

In what proved to be an elegant finale to their month-long courtship, Khloe Kardashian wed Los Angeles Laker Lamar Odom Sunday evening at a private residence in Beverly Hills, PEOPLE confirms. The two were married in front of triple arches of white roses created by celebrity florist Mark's Garden.

People.com: Kate Moss to Make Like Ryan Seacrest in New TV Roleupdated: Tue Aug 04 2009 14:30:00

The British supermodel has a deal in the works to host or judge a talent show

Seacrest signs major deal for 'Idol'updated: Mon Jul 13 2009 17:24:00

There may be speculation about which judges will be returning to "American Idol" next season, but there's no question about one "Idol" regular: Host Ryan Seacrest is definitely back on board in a big way.

People.com: Report: Ryan Seacrest to Be Richest Host on Reality TVupdated: Mon Jul 13 2009 14:29:00

The Idol emcee will be pocketing $45 million over the next three years

People.com: Chace's Reaction to Being PEOPLE's Hottest Bachelor: 'It's Surreal'updated: Thu Jun 18 2009 20:49:00

The Gossip guy says he knew it was a big deal after besting George Clooney

'Idol' finalists dish on singing, strategy and sexualityupdated: Tue May 26 2009 16:04:00

"American Idol" viewers had a clear choice when it came down to the final decision: the low-key but sincere Kris Allen or the flamboyant and powerful Adam Lambert.

'Idol' Kris Allen on Larry Kingupdated: Tue May 26 2009 16:04:00

"Larry King Live" guest host Ryan Seacrest talks with winner Kris Allen from this year's "American Idol."

People.com: Spencer and Heidi Hope to Fend Off Swine Fluupdated: Tue Apr 28 2009 21:27:00

The newlyweds are "wearing face masks everywhere" while in Mexico, says Pratt

People.com: Ryan Seacrest's New Love!updated: Fri Apr 17 2009 08:53:00

The American Idol host and radio personality is dating L.A. bartender Jasmine Waltz

People.com: Jamie Kennedy Declares Love for Jennifer Love Hewittupdated: Sat Mar 14 2009 12:45:00

The actor says his Ghost Whisperer costar can sing, dance and cook Italian

People.com: Slumdog Stars Address Dating Rumorsupdated: Mon Feb 23 2009 10:01:00

"I've been waiting for you to call me up," Freida Pinto jokes with Ryan Seacrest

People.com: Ryan Seacrest's Mom Wishes He Had Time for Romanceupdated: Mon Dec 22 2008 17:23:00

Connie Seacrest wants a "best friend, lover and mother of his children" for her son

People.com: Pete Wentz: Why We Named Our Son Mowgliupdated: Wed Nov 26 2008 12:26:00

"The Jungle Book was something that me and Ashlee bonded over," says the new dad

People.com: Obama Jokes About Halloween: 'I'm Gonna Be a Pumpkin'updated: Fri Oct 31 2008 18:51:00

The Democratic candidate lays out his plan for Halloween – and Election Day

People.com: Ryan Seacrest on Jennifer Hudson: 'She's a Strong Girl'updated: Thu Oct 30 2008 20:45:00

Hudson's American Idol colleagues send love and support

People.com: Ellen Urges Ryan Seacrest to Fall in Love - Before It's Too Lateupdated: Sat Sep 13 2008 22:59:00

The new bride suggests Eva Mendes as a possible girlfriend for the Idol host

People.com: Ryan Seacrest & Paris Hilton Team - for TV Showupdated: Fri Sep 12 2008 19:00:00

The Idol host will develop a scripted series with the heiress

People.com: Ryan Seacrest, Heidi Klum To Host Emmysupdated: Mon Jul 28 2008 12:24:00

They'll join three other reality show hosts to help MC the ceremony

People.com: Cindy McCain Lied About Her Age to John - At Firstupdated: Wed Jul 09 2008 19:47:00

The wife of the presumptive Republican nominee says she made herself older for him

Ryan Seacrestupdated: Fri May 16 2008 14:04:00

CNN's Larry talks with American Idol Host Ryan Seacrest about his thoughts on the American Idol finalists.

Seacrest: Cheap shots with Cowell are realupdated: Fri May 16 2008 14:04:00

"American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest talked with Larry King on Thursday about next week's finale. The show is down to its last two contestants: David Archuleta and David Cook.

People.com: Ryan Seacrest: 'I Like What I've Heard' of Lindsay Lohan's New Musicupdated: Tue May 13 2008 10:05:00

The actress will debut her album on the American Idol host's radio show

People.com: Madonna and Justin Timberlake 'Tie One On' After Concertupdated: Fri May 02 2008 11:16:00

"We had to celebrate," a groggy Madonna says after a night out with Timberlake

People.com: Ashlee Simpson: I'm Keeping Pete's Proposal 'Sacred'updated: Fri Apr 18 2008 09:03:00

The singer talks diamonds with Ryan Seacrest, but avoids pregnancy talk

People.com: Billy Ray Cyrus: I Didn't Delete Lindsay Lohan's Number from Miley's Phoneupdated: Wed Mar 05 2008 08:04:00

The father of the Hannah Montana star says, "We love Lindsay"

SI.com: Richard Deitsch: Super Bowl broadcast gradesupdated: Mon Feb 04 2008 12:48:00

While it takes a global village to cover Super Bowl XLII -- the game aired in 223 countries and 30 languages and 60 international broadcasters covered the game -- it takes only a keyboard and an ergonomic office chair to grade the broadcast. Below, we offer SI.com's grades for Fox Sports' coverage of Super Bowl XLII, a game for the ages:

SI.com: Richard Deitsch: Fox's Super Bowl coverageupdated: Fri Feb 01 2008 19:02:00

During the first of three conference calls last week to promote its all-day Super Bowl broadcast, a Fox sports official boldly declared "the untraditional has become the traditional" at his network. Truer words have rarely been spoken as we arrive on the eve of Ryan Seacrest's debut as a Super Bowl pregame co-host. One never expected the worlds of Sanjaya Malakar and Sam Huff to collide. Well, they have. Seacrest in, old school out, and God help us all.

People.com: Paula, Randy & Ryan Unveil Her New Singleupdated: Fri Jan 18 2008 20:04:00

A gathering of American Idol regulars took place on Ryan Seacrest's KIIS-FM radio show Friday – with one major omission, though he did briefly speak over the phone from England.

People.com: Ryan Seacrest Ready to Find Romance in 2008updated: Mon Dec 31 2007 07:42:00

One New Year's resolution for the multi-tasking Ryan Seacrest, who is single, could be to find a Mrs. Seacrest – or, at least, make time for a personal life.

People.com: Ellen Shocked Over New Home for Her Former Dogupdated: Wed Oct 17 2007 21:42:00

Ellen DeGeneres told Ryan Seacrest Wednesday morning that she was concerned over reports that Iggy, the dog at the center of her adoption controversy, had been given away to a new family – not her hairdresser's.

People.com: Simon Cowell Gives Ryan Seacrest Two-and-a-Half Stars for Emmysupdated: Tue Sep 18 2007 17:53:00

It was inevitable: Simon Cowell had to weigh in on Ryan Seacrest's performance at the Emmy Awards.

People.com: Ryan Seacrest May Sing and Dance on Emmy Showupdated: Mon Sep 17 2007 14:12:00

Besides the possibility of host Ryan Seacrest singing and dancing, Sunday night's 59th annual Emmy Awards will feature the spectacle of doctors going head-to-head against mobsters - or, to be more precise, Grey's Anatomy braving it out for the gold against The Sopranos.

59th annual Emmy predictionsupdated: Fri Sep 14 2007 15:52:00

Who will walk away with Emmy gold? CNN's Brooke Anderson has expert predictions.

People.com: Britney Spears's Ex-Manager Dodges Custody Fight Subpoenaupdated: Tue Aug 28 2007 09:32:00

As an unscheduled hearing behind closed doors took place Monday morning in the custody battle between exes Kevin Federline and Britney Spears, her former manager, Larry Rudolph, got word out that he wants no part of their legal battle - for fear of what he possibly might have to reveal about Spears.

People.com: Ryan Seacrest Jokes about Emmy Jittersupdated: Thu Aug 23 2007 08:33:00

Ryan Seacrest, recently named host of the 59th Primetime Emmy Awards, joked about feeling some Idol-like anxiety.

People.com: Ryan Seacrest Hosting the Emmy Awardsupdated: Wed Aug 22 2007 14:43:00

It's official: Ryan Seacrest is now hosting everything.

'Idol's' Seacrest to host Emmy Awardsupdated: Mon Aug 20 2007 03:06:00

Ryan Seacrest of "American Idol" is hosting next month's Emmy ceremony, but viewers still won't be able to call in and pick the winners.

People.com: David and Victoria Beckham Meet the Pressupdated: Mon Jul 16 2007 09:52:00

The morning after their ballyhooed arrival in Los Angeles, the Beckhams kicked off their U.S. press assault with a photo op for him and a self-deprecating radio interview for her.

People.com: Ivanka Trump: 'Zero Chance' I'd Join The Viewupdated: Wed Jul 11 2007 13:22:00

Ivanka Trump is shooting down recent reports that she might be the newest co-host to fill one of the empty seats on The View.

People.com: Eva & Tony's Romantic First Wedding Danceupdated: Wed Jul 11 2007 08:12:00

It was the emotional highlight of the wedding celebration: The first dance with newlyweds Eva Longoria and Tony Parker.

People.com: Jordin Sparks Wins American Idolupdated: Thu May 24 2007 18:22:00

PEOPLE critic Tom Gliatto thinks America made the right decision.

People.com: Tuesday's Idol: What You Didn't Seeupdated: Wed May 23 2007 18:23:00

Blake's VIP Treatment Thirty minutes before the show started, Blake Lewis, rockin' his performance gear, made an appearance in the FOX VIP room in the Kodak Theatre lobby. The room lit up as the finalist was escorted in, looking cool as ice despite having to get onstage and take on Jordin Sparks moments later. Blake, who was all smiles, greeted guests, shaking hands as he made his way around the room.

showbuzzupdated: Thu Dec 29 2005 14:30:00

Dick Clark, who suffered a stroke last December, won't be in a wheelchair when he appears on ABC's "New Year's Rockin' Eve," says co-host Ryan Seacrest.

Seacrest calls 'Idol's' Simon 'arrogant, pompous'updated: Wed Feb 09 2005 01:29:00

Simon Cowell, the "American Idol" judge known for his over-the-top critiques of pop star wannabes, doesn't just drive contestants and audience members crazy. He also irks his peers.

Seacrest continues to cruiseupdated: Mon Feb 07 2005 22:44:00

Ryan Seacrest has done more in 29 years than most people in his chosen field of radio do in their entire careers.

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