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Ryan Seacrest Gets Better With Age! See His Transformation From ‘American Idol’ to ‘Wheel of Fortune’

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Updated on: Jan 21, 2025 1:50 pm·

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It’s no secret that Ryan Seacrest has been one of Hollywood’s busiest stars for more than two decades. Even though the years are quickly passing by, the American Idol legend’s transformation is an indication that his handsome good looks and enviable talents continue to get better with age.

The beloved public figure previously cohosted Live With Kelly & Ryan. He was named the permanent cohost alongside Kelly Ripa in 2017. The Georgia native left the program to pursue other opportunities in April 2023.

In June 2023, it was announced that Ryan would be taking over the hosting duties from Pat Sajak on Wheel of Fortune in season 42. He made his hosting debut on the game show in September 2024.

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1997

Ryan smiled alongside late star Merv Griffin during an interview in Beverly Hills in 1997.

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August 2002

The radio personality bleached the tips of his hair and sported a light beard while attending the premiere of XXX in August 2002.

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April 2005

Ryan stepped out in a red sweater and black pants for the Young Hot Hollywood Style Awards in April 2005.

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2007

Ryan looked like a total hunk in a black suit, white dress shirt and blue tie while out and about in Hollywood in 2007.

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July 2009

The Shrek Forever After voice star was all smiles at the premiere of Funny People in July 2009.

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January 2012

Ryan hit the Golden Globes red carpet in a black suit. He also opted for a freshly shaved face.

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January 2013

Ryan was glowing at an American Idol event in January 2013.

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March 2015

The heartthrob wore an all-black ensemble while walking the red carpet at the iHeart Radio Music Awards in March 2015.

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February 2016

Ryan wore a gray blazer and white dress shirt for the 88th Academy Awards in February 2016.

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September 2018

Ryan rocked an eggplant-colored suit during an event in September 2018.

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January 2020

Ryan looked fashionable in a black turtleneck, matching suit jacket and slacks on an outing during New York Fashion Week in January 2020.

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June 2022

Ryan attended the Halftime premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival with his then-girlfriend, Aubrey Paige Petcosky. The pair’s breakup was announced in April 2024.

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March 2023

He looked dapper in a tuxedo at the Oscars.

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December 2024

He flashed his famous smile while hosting Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest in Times Square, marking his 20th year of hosting the show.

“I might take a little more rest this year. Each week this year, a little more down time. Maybe one hour a day probably,” Ryan said of his New Year’s resolution for 2025.

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