Ryan Seacrest: Last News

Live! With Kelly and Mark has just marked the end on an era.

Pat Sajak will be taking his “final spin” on Wheel of Fortune in 2025.

“Wheel of Fortune.”50-year-old contestant “Big Bill” Page from Wilmington, Delaware kicked the episode off by suddenly wrapping both his hands around Seacrest’s neck. The “American Idol” host tried to stay calm before he “tapped out” by slapping his hand against the table as Page pulled him to the ground.After the impromptu headlock, Page competed in the game and ultimately won $24,600 cash and a trip to St.

according to TMZ.Kiker died on Monday at age 32, his sister, Angela Evans, confirmed in a touching Facebook post.“It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the passing of my brother Douglas Kiker he was sooo loved and will be missed by so many! Your singing with the Angel’s now Bubba Please pray for our family as we go threw this very difficult time.”The Denver Medical Examiner’s Office told The Post that the “the cause and manner” surrounding Kiker’s death are “pending investigation.”TMZ cited sources saying that drugs allegedly caused the Alabama native to have a heart attack and EMS transported him to Denver Health Medical Center.The performer was in the hospital for five days until he died.A GoFundMe page set up by his family to help with funeral expenses has already surpassed its goal of $4,500.His ex-fiancée, Valerie Cook, told TMZ she’s upset that her kids lost their father.His brother shared an emotional statement on Wednesday when the news came out.“Dear brother I just want you to know that know matter where you are you will always be my baby brother I know you are finally at piece I just wish I had more time with you so until I can see you again say hey to bubba for me and tell him I love him rest in peace Douglas Kiker my baby brother.”The vocalist auditioned for Season 18 of “American Idol” in 2019.When judge Lionel Richie asked what kind of performing experience he had, the trashman responded, “I don’t have any,” so they had Ryan Seacrest take him on the street to warm up in front of a crowd.During the audition, Luke Bryan played piano while Kiker sang the Rascal Flatts hit “Bless the Broken Road,” which made Katy Perry tear up.“I want us all to know, you know, you’re a hell of a man,” Richie said as

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Vanna White recently shocked the hosts of “Elvis Duran and the Morning Show” by revealing that she only works on “Wheel of Fortune” for 34 days a year. She has been the co-host of the iconic game show since 1982, where she worked alongside Pat Sajak for 42 years. Sajak retired from “Wheel of Fortune” last year.

“Wheel of Fortune’s” Vanna White made a surprising revelation about what her work schedule is like at the long-running game show. During an appearance Wednesday on “Elvis Duran and the Morning Show,” White, 68, who has co-hosted “Wheel of Fortune” 42 years, set the record straight after the radio broadcast’s co-host, Nate Marino, told her he had only recently learned the hit series didn’t air live every night.“We film about 34 days a year,” White said. “That’s it.”“But [we film] six shows a day.

“Wheel of Fortune” contestant had a strange request for Ryan Seacrest after he won a grand total of nearly $75,000 on Monday’s episode of the game show.P.J. Wilder was dramatic throughout the whole game, including during the penultimate question when he correctly solved the $18,000 puzzle “Sand in my swimsuit.”When the show confirmed his answer was right, Wilder screamed, “Let’s f—ing go!”, and channeled The Hulk as he pretended to rip his shirt off.Wilder also tried to hug Seacrest, 50, but the host instead grabbed Wilder by his mustache.

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Dick Clark Productions has brought on Nick Terranova as Senior Vice President, Brand Partnerships.

Jonas Brothers are thanking their fans for their support over the last two decades.

“Wheel of Fortune” viewers are outraged after host Ryan Seacrest snubbed one of the players over the game’s pronunciation rule.Earlier this week, contestant Arzice Salonga lost the game’s first toss-up round that was worth $1,000.The category was “Event,” as the two-word puzzle read, “A F _ I _ _ N / _ A _ A _ _.” The law student and single mother from Medina, Ohio, buzzed and answered “African Safari,” but was told she was incorrect.Another contestant, Brian Nelson from Texas, buzzed in and won the game with the correct pronunciation. “Yes, safari is the way you have to say that,” Seacrest, 50, said.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Jelly Roll has sealed a deal to join this upcoming season of ABC’s “American Idol” as the show’s first-ever “artist in residence.” According to the network, the Nashville artist will join the show during its “Hollywood Week” episodes, and then continue to appear throughout the season. Jelly Roll previously served last season as a guest mentor and performer on “Idol,” appearing on the show during its visit last year to Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawai’i.

Saturday Night Live‘s “Weekend Update” co-hosts Michael Che and Colin Jost had a lot of material to play with after Donald Trump’s first week back in the Oval Office.

this phrase.After posting a video with her son, Nikko, 30, in December, the internet deemed White’s eldest child a “thirst trap.” A term the “Wheel of Fortune” co-host, 67, wasn’t accustomed to.“I recently posted a video of me and my son, Nikko, cooking and it got a lot of response,” White told hostRyan Seacrest on the Thursday’s episode of the game show.“I don’t get,” she added.Luckily, Seacrest stepped in to help White out.“The kids are calling Nikko a thirst trap,” Seacrest, 50, explained. “Apparently, that was a very tight [top].

In the clip shared on Instagram Jan. 8, the perennially clean-shaven Seacrest sports a well-manicured beard along with a wavy hairstyle that is longer and looser than his typical coiffure.

“Wheel of Fortune” hosts Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White helped make one contestant’s night a little special.On Thursday night, during the game show’s 50th-anniversary celebration, Seacrest announced they had helped Robin propose to Rhea Mathew, a former “Wheel of Fortune” contestant who competed in October 2023.“We’re celebrating milestones in honor of our 50th anniversary and actually had one happen earlier in the week right here on the set,” Seacrest announced in a clip uploaded on YouTube. “Robin, the boyfriend of former contestant Rhea, reached out for our help in asking her a big question,” Vanna added.She explained that with the help of announcer Jim Thornton, they were able to create “a bit of a ruse, making Rhea think she was back to celebrate ‘Wheel’s’ 50th.”“But take a look and see what happened,” White added, before panning to Robin and Rhea’s proposal.In the clip, Rhea solved the “Will You Marry Me?” puzzle.“Nicely done,” Thornton told Rhea.Robin walked on the stage, got down on one knee and asked, “Rhea Susan Mathew, will you marry me?” The former contestant appeared shocked and nodded in agreement.The video then cut to White and Seacrest.

Pat Sajak’s snark moments after the former host’s departure, but they now have a new focus. On the episode that aired Dec. 30, “Wheel of Fortune” contestants had to guess a three-word answer in the “food & drink” category.

Selome Hailu ABC‘s annual “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” special brought the network its first big ratings win of the year. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest for the 20th year in a row, the telecast averaged 17.9 million viewers with a 4.7 rating among adults age 18-49 during Part 1 of its late night portion, which aired from 11:30 p.m.

Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest saw a year-over-year audience decline on Tuesday night but still managed to ring in 2025 with a ratings win as the most-watched of the televised NYE bashes.

The “Wheel of Fortune” co-host, 50, who took over for Pat Sajak in September, revealed that co-host Vanna White, 67, was looking out for his oral health this holiday season. “She’s so super generous and sweet and kind,” Seacrest told People.