Ryan Seacrest: From ‘Idol’ to empire

Todd Leopold
By Todd Leopold, CNN
Published 6:30 AM EST, Mon January 4, 2016
What does it take to be a good TV host? If you
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What does it take to be a good TV host? If you're Ryan Seacrest -- who's hosted "American Idol" and "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve," among other programs -- it's about putting people at ease and keeping things moving. It's not as easy as it looks. Here are others who have been great at a sometimes underrated job.
Dick Clark, seen here in 1957, was the model of a good TV host. He readily gave up the stage and dance floor to "American Bandstand" visitors, oversaw "The $10,000 Pyramid" and its relations, and appeared on countless music and entertainment specials before he died in 2012. Seacrest co-hosted "Dick Clark
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Dick Clark, seen here in 1957, was the model of a good TV host. He readily gave up the stage and dance floor to "American Bandstand" visitors, oversaw "The $10,000 Pyramid" and its relations, and appeared on countless music and entertainment specials before he died in 2012. Seacrest co-hosted "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" with him and considered him a mentor.
Jeff Probst has been keeping things moving (and prodding the tribe) on "Survivor" since the show
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Jeff Probst has been keeping things moving (and prodding the tribe) on "Survivor" since the show's debut in 2000. He's also hosted "Rock & Roll Jeopardy" and "The Jeff Probst Show."
Drew Carey, left, made his name as a stand-up comic, but he
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Drew Carey, left, made his name as a stand-up comic, but he's proven to be a capable host. Among his gigs: "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" and "The Price Is Right," where he followed the great Bob Barker.
Chris Harrison hit it big with "The Bachelor" and its spinoffs, where his role has been to sustain the fantasies of contestants while walking the audience through the action. He recently became host of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire," the long-running game show.
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Chris Harrison hit it big with "The Bachelor" and its spinoffs, where his role has been to sustain the fantasies of contestants while walking the audience through the action. He recently became host of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire," the long-running game show.
Phil Keoghan gets to travel all over the world for "The Amazing Race" and connects with a wide variety of contestants. The native New Zealander has said he was inspired to stay active -- and enjoy once-in-a-lifetime experiences -- by a near-death experience in his teens.
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Phil Keoghan gets to travel all over the world for "The Amazing Race" and connects with a wide variety of contestants. The native New Zealander has said he was inspired to stay active -- and enjoy once-in-a-lifetime experiences -- by a near-death experience in his teens.
Tyra Banks already had a career as a supermodel when she created the show "America
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Tyra Banks already had a career as a supermodel when she created the show "America's Next Top Model." Her exhortations sometimes rubbed contestants the wrong way, but she built up a huge fan base -- and related to them with her talk show, "The Tyra Banks Show." She was less successful with her 2015 "FABLife" daytime show with fellow model Chrissy Teigen.
We
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We've seen Jay, David, Jimmy and Jimmy, but there will never be another Johnny -- Carson, who hosted the "The Tonight Show" for 30 years. Though he was always the star, he was usually happy to make himself the butt of jokes or let his guests take the lead.
In some ways, Ed Sullivan was an anti-TV host. The former newspaper columnist could be stiff and awkward even with more than two decades of "The Ed Sullivan Show" under his belt. But few could attract bigger guests, including the Beatles, who dazzled on three successive Sullivan broadcasts in February 1964 -- and the guests came first.
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In some ways, Ed Sullivan was an anti-TV host. The former newspaper columnist could be stiff and awkward even with more than two decades of "The Ed Sullivan Show" under his belt. But few could attract bigger guests, including the Beatles, who dazzled on three successive Sullivan broadcasts in February 1964 -- and the guests came first.
Does Kermit the Frog count as a great TV host? Why not? If you had to deal with the Swedish Chef, the Electric Mayhem, a corny comedian bear and that diva pig, you
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Does Kermit the Frog count as a great TV host? Why not? If you had to deal with the Swedish Chef, the Electric Mayhem, a corny comedian bear and that diva pig, you'd probably go nuts. But Kermit is usually soft-spoken and gracious ... that is, when he's on stage. As a producer, things have sometimes been different.
For decades, Alistair Cooke was America
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For decades, Alistair Cooke was America's favorite British TV host, welcoming PBS viewers to "Masterpiece Theatre" from 1971 to 1992. He also hosted a 1950s CBS arts series, "Omnibus."
Wayne Brady can sing, dance, do comedy -- and host. He had his own talk show, "The Wayne Brady Show," and has handled "Let
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Wayne Brady can sing, dance, do comedy -- and host. He had his own talk show, "The Wayne Brady Show," and has handled "Let's Make a Deal" since 2009.
Over more than six decades, Regis Philbin has done more hosting than almost anybody. In fact, he
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Over more than six decades, Regis Philbin has done more hosting than almost anybody. In fact, he's in the Guinness Book of World Records as the person who has spent the most time in front of a TV camera. He's hosted local TV shows, morning talk shows (such as "Live with Regis and Kelly," here with Kelly Ripa), late-night shows and game shows, notably the prime-time run of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire."
In the
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In the '90s, Ellen DeGeneres was probably best known as a comedian and sitcom star, but these days she's most closely associated with her talk show, "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," which has run since 2003. Oh, she's also hosted the Oscars, Emmys and Grammys.
Phil Donahue
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Phil Donahue's groundbreaking daytime talk show, "Donahue," was known for venturing where other shows (especially daytime talk shows) feared to tread, by addressing subjects such as religion, sexuality and politics. Yet Donahue was respectful of other opinions and brought the audience along, even if they had to call in. ("Is the caller there?" became a Donahue catchphrase.) He later had a show on MSNBC.
Oprah Winfrey took Donahue
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Oprah Winfrey took Donahue's lead and made it both personal and universal, creating a powerhouse program that led to a broadcasting empire. She remains one of the most powerful (and wealthy) women in the world, but has always been able to relate to the average viewer.
In his long career on radio and TV, Larry King has attracted millions of viewers to his talk shows simply by being curious. His CNN show, "Larry King Live," helped establish the news network. Today, King is active in podcasting and social media.
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In his long career on radio and TV, Larry King has attracted millions of viewers to his talk shows simply by being curious. His CNN show, "Larry King Live," helped establish the news network. Today, King is active in podcasting and social media.
Neil Patrick Harris is another performing threat, but he
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Neil Patrick Harris is another performing threat, but he's proven he can handle hosting duties. He's done the Emmys, the Oscars and his own show, "Best Time Ever with Neil Patrick Harris."
Arsenio Hall broke ground with his late
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Arsenio Hall broke ground with his late '80s/early '90s talk show, "The Arsenio Hall Show," bringing African-American culture to late-night TV. He attracted a presidential candidate named Bill Clinton, who went on to greater success.
Britain
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Britain's Graham Norton brought offbeat comedy and forthright questions to guests with such shows as "So Graham Norton" and "The Graham Norton Show." But his eagerness is endearing, not abrasive, and he's attracted a loyal following.
As a model, Heidi Klum may have seemed as intimidating to the average guy as Tyra Banks, but as a host she
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As a model, Heidi Klum may have seemed as intimidating to the average guy as Tyra Banks, but as a host she's an encouraging friend on such programs as "Project Runway" and "Germany's Next Top Model."
Nick Cannon has plenty of encouraging words for the contestants on "America
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Nick Cannon has plenty of encouraging words for the contestants on "America's Got Talent" -- a talent he's had for years, thanks to his previous experience on shows such as "The Nick Cannon Show" and "Wild 'N Out."
Before RuPaul hosted "RuPaul
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Before RuPaul hosted "RuPaul's Drag Race," he was a singer in Atlanta clubs and then on such hits as "Supermodel (You Better Work)." Now he guides the action on his Logo show, which has spawned two spin-offs.
Tom Bergeron doesn
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Tom Bergeron doesn't have to put on the glitz for "Dancing With the Stars," but his experience on such shows as "Hollywood Squares" and Boston-area TV has proven indispensable to his role as the host of the hit ABC series.
Performer Cat Deeley has her own dancers to worry about on Fox
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Performer Cat Deeley has her own dancers to worry about on Fox's "So You Think You Can Dance." She's also hosted a BBC show, "Fame Academy," and a British children's show.
Padma Lakshmi has a pretty delicious job. She has hosted "Top Chef" since 2006 and in 2015 talked about the work hazard of packing on pounds thanks to her gig. Fans crave her and In the
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Padma Lakshmi has a pretty delicious job. She has hosted "Top Chef" since 2006 and in 2015 talked about the work hazard of packing on pounds thanks to her gig. Fans crave her and In the '90s she was a host for an Italian show, "Domenica In."
Mario Lopez has been a cheerful presence on "America
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Mario Lopez has been a cheerful presence on "America's Best Dance Crew" and "The X Factor." Here he dances with Michelle Obama as part of the first lady's Let's Move initiative.

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Ryan Seacrest has been building an entertainment career since high school

The longtime "Idol" host now runs an empire, including "Kardashians," red carpets

(CNN) —  

Howard Stern may call himself the “King of All Media,” but Ryan Seacrest may have a better claim to that title.

Consider the host, producer and mogul’s list of credits: “American Idol,” one of the most popular shows in television history. “American Top 40,” the venerable radio countdown long led by Casey Kasem.

A fashion line, Ryan Seacrest Distinction. A charitable foundation for pediatric hospitals. Jennifer Lopez’s new NBC cop show, “Shades of Blue.” The Kardashian reality shows as well as E! News, of which he’s managing editor. “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.”

He’s almost always in the public eye (or ear), whether it’s overseeing the “Rockin’ Eve” extravaganza – which he just did for the 11th year – or chatting on his radio show on Los Angeles’ KIIS-FM.

Not seeing enough Seacrest? For the next five months, he’ll be even more ubiquitous as “Idol” returns for its 15th and final season, starting January 6.

"American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest, left, and judges Jennifer Lopez, Harry Connick Jr. and Keith Urban were on hand for the final season of the show.. Fox ended the reality series in 2016 after 15 seasons. More than a year later ABC announced it would be bringing it back. Let
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"American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest, left, and judges Jennifer Lopez, Harry Connick Jr. and Keith Urban were on hand for the final season of the show.. Fox ended the reality series in 2016 after 15 seasons. More than a year later ABC announced it would be bringing it back. Let's catch up with some of the winners:
Trent Harmon won the last season of "Idol" in April 2016. In December he released his self-titled country EP which included the single "There
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Trent Harmon won the last season of "Idol" in April 2016. In December he released his self-titled country EP which included the single "There's A Girl."
Seacrest, left, named Nick Fradiani the winner of season 14 of "American Idol" in May 2015. While his single "Beautiful Life" was the official theme for the seventh FIFA Women
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Seacrest, left, named Nick Fradiani the winner of season 14 of "American Idol" in May 2015. While his single "Beautiful Life" was the official theme for the seventh FIFA Women's World Cup, his 2016 album "Hurricane" didn't generate much energy. He parted ways with his record label last year and is currently an indie artist.
Caleb Johnson never landed in the bottom three while he was on the show. The Asheville, North Carolina, native went up against Jena Irene and was crowned the winner of season 13. His debut album, "Testify," was released in August 2014 and had the lowest first-week sales of any winner.
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Caleb Johnson never landed in the bottom three while he was on the show. The Asheville, North Carolina, native went up against Jena Irene and was crowned the winner of season 13. His debut album, "Testify," was released in August 2014 and had the lowest first-week sales of any winner.
Candice Glover won season 12, the first female contestant to win since 2007. Her debut album, "Music Speaks," was released in February 2014. She announced on her Facebook page that her sophomore album would contain songs written by her.
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Candice Glover won season 12, the first female contestant to win since 2007. Her debut album, "Music Speaks," was released in February 2014. She announced on her Facebook page that her sophomore album would contain songs written by her.
"American Idol" started its new season in early January, but not all is well with past winner Phillip Phillips. In January 2015, the season 11 winner filed a claim against 19 Entertainment, the show
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"American Idol" started its new season in early January, but not all is well with past winner Phillip Phillips. In January 2015, the season 11 winner filed a claim against 19 Entertainment, the show's producers, saying he was "manipulated" into accepting jobs. The Hollywood Reporter wrote that he's trying to void various agreements.
Since Scotty McCreery was crowned the winner of season 10 in 2011, the singer
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Since Scotty McCreery was crowned the winner of season 10 in 2011, the singer's debut album, "Clear As Day," has been certified platinum. He was named the Academy of Country Music's best new artist in 2012 and released his second studio album, "See You Tonight," in 2013. At the start of 2015, McCreery announced his next project would be classic country.
Lee DeWyze had released two albums before auditioning for season 9 of "American Idol." After his win, he went on to release a third album, "Live It Up," with RCA Records in 2010. But a year later, the record label dropped DeWyze when the album sold just over 146,000 copies. He has since married model Jonna Walsh, signed with a new label and returned to "Idol" to perform his song "Silver Lining." In 2014, he also wrote a song for "The Walking Dead" soundtrack.
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Lee DeWyze had released two albums before auditioning for season 9 of "American Idol." After his win, he went on to release a third album, "Live It Up," with RCA Records in 2010. But a year later, the record label dropped DeWyze when the album sold just over 146,000 copies. He has since married model Jonna Walsh, signed with a new label and returned to "Idol" to perform his song "Silver Lining." In 2014, he also wrote a song for "The Walking Dead" soundtrack.
Like DeWyze, Kris Allen had released an album before he got on "American Idol." After a very heated battle with Adam Lambert, Allen won season 8 in 2009. After a car accident in which he broke his wrist on New Year
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Like DeWyze, Kris Allen had released an album before he got on "American Idol." After a very heated battle with Adam Lambert, Allen won season 8 in 2009. After a car accident in which he broke his wrist on New Year's Day 2013, Allen told the Chicago Tribune he was "more driven since 'Idol' " and released his third album, "Horizons," in August 2014. In December 2015 he announced his 2016 "Letting You In Tour" in support of an album scheduled for spring 2016.
David Cook rocked a win in a close competition with David Archuleta on season 7. The same year, he released "David Cook," which has been certified platinum. Cook parted ways with RCA Records in 2012. In 2013, he performed a new single on "Idol," "Laying Me Low," which debuted on the charts with 14,000 sales, USA Today reported. He released his fourth studio album, "Digital Vein" in September 2015.
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David Cook rocked a win in a close competition with David Archuleta on season 7. The same year, he released "David Cook," which has been certified platinum. Cook parted ways with RCA Records in 2012. In 2013, he performed a new single on "Idol," "Laying Me Low," which debuted on the charts with 14,000 sales, USA Today reported. He released his fourth studio album, "Digital Vein" in September 2015.
Jordin Sparks made history by becoming the youngest winner of "American Idol" at age 17. After she won season 6 in 2007, her eponymous debut album that year went platinum and featured the hit single "No Air." Sparks
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Jordin Sparks made history by becoming the youngest winner of "American Idol" at age 17. After she won season 6 in 2007, her eponymous debut album that year went platinum and featured the hit single "No Air." Sparks' second album, "Battlefield," was released in 2009, and its namesake single peaked on the charts. In 2012, she starred in "Sparkle," Whitney Houston's last movie. Her album, "Right Here, Right Now," debuted in August 2015.
Taylor Hicks
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Taylor Hicks' blues-meets-rock style earned him a following that led to his win on season 5, beating favorite (and now actress) Katharine McPhee. His self-titled debut album was certified platinum, and his single "Do I Make You Proud" debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot 100 Singles. Hicks released "The Distance" in 2008 on his independent record label, Modern Whomp. In 2014 he played a residency in Las Vegas.
Carrie Underwood went from college student to winner of season 4 in 2005. Her debut album, "Some Hearts," was certified seven times platinum, and she has gone on to win multiple Grammy Awards. In 2013, she starred in a live television version of "The Sound of Music." Married to hockey player Mike Fisher, Underwood gave birth to their first child, son Isaiah Michael Fisher, in February 2015.
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Carrie Underwood went from college student to winner of season 4 in 2005. Her debut album, "Some Hearts," was certified seven times platinum, and she has gone on to win multiple Grammy Awards. In 2013, she starred in a live television version of "The Sound of Music." Married to hockey player Mike Fisher, Underwood gave birth to their first child, son Isaiah Michael Fisher, in February 2015.
Fantasia Barrino defeated Diana DeGarmo on season 3 of "American Idol" in 2004. She then released her debut album, "Free Yourself," which was certified platinum that same year. Barrino won her first Grammy Award in 2011 for the single "Bittersweet," from her third album, "Back to Me." She has appeared on Broadway in "The Color Purple," been the subject of her own reality show and in April 2013 released an album, "Side Effects of You." These days fans get most of their news about her via the singer
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Fantasia Barrino defeated Diana DeGarmo on season 3 of "American Idol" in 2004. She then released her debut album, "Free Yourself," which was certified platinum that same year. Barrino won her first Grammy Award in 2011 for the single "Bittersweet," from her third album, "Back to Me." She has appeared on Broadway in "The Color Purple," been the subject of her own reality show and in April 2013 released an album, "Side Effects of You." These days fans get most of their news about her via the singer's Instagram account. She revealed in July 2015 that she and boyfriend Kendall Lamar had wed.
Ruben Studdard was crowned the winner of "American Idol" on season 2, beating Clay Aiken in 2003. His first album, "Soulful," debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 that year. Studdard has since released four more studio albums, gotten divorced and shed weight on "The Biggest Loser." In December 2015, Studdard received an honorary master
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Ruben Studdard was crowned the winner of "American Idol" on season 2, beating Clay Aiken in 2003. His first album, "Soulful," debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 that year. Studdard has since released four more studio albums, gotten divorced and shed weight on "The Biggest Loser." In December 2015, Studdard received an honorary master's degree from Alabama A&M University.
The moment Kelly Clarkson became the first winner of "American Idol," she became a household name. Since her debut, "Thankful," she has released five additional studio albums and hit singles like "Because of You" and "Stronger (What Doesn
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The moment Kelly Clarkson became the first winner of "American Idol," she became a household name. Since her debut, "Thankful," she has released five additional studio albums and hit singles like "Because of You" and "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)." In 2013, she married talent manager Brandon Blackstock, and the couple welcomed a daughter in June 2014. She announced in October 2015 that she was pregnant with her second child.

But though “Idol” was the major springboard to Seacrest’s fame, “Rockin’ Eve” may be equally important because of the man Seacrest succeeded: his mentor, Dick Clark.

“I studied him as a kid, and I had the fortunate opportunity to work with him for several years on New Year’s Eve,” he told the Hollywood Reporter after Clark’s death in 2012.

By that point, Seacrest was powerful enough to bid for the “American Bandstand” host’s prolific production company.

Not bad for the lawyer’s son who once made mixtapes for his school bus drivers.

’Everything is connected’

Seacrest was born in 1974 and raised in the Atlanta suburbs. Even as a teenager, he was goal-oriented. In one oft-told story, he was embarrassed by his pudginess, so he cut his lunch intake from a pair of sandwiches to a bit of fruit.

And entertainment? First were the bus driver tapes. Then he impressed classmates by turning morning announcements into entertaining segments. Finally, when he was 16, came an internship with an Atlanta radio station.

“I remember thinking, ‘Everything I do from this point on is a step,’ ” he told Details in 2007. “If I’m scrubbing the break room, I’m closer to the studio room. And if I’m in the studio room, I’m closer to the microphone. If I’m closer to the microphone … I really got the psychology of it – that everything is connected.”

He dropped out of the University of Georgia after two semesters to pursue bigger dreams. He wouldn’t be talked out of it, his mother, Connie, told The Wall Street Journal.

“I told (husband) Gary, ‘You’re a great attorney. Let me see you win this battle.’ Ryan had all the answers,” she recalled. “He was always older than his years.”

Seacrest spent the late ‘90s trying to move up. Radio stardom came quickly enough: In 1994, not long after he arrived in Los Angeles, he started “Ryan Seacrest for the Ride Home,” which was soon syndicated nationally. But his television career was a series of short-lived gigs, including ESPN’s “Radical Outdoor Challenge” and the syndicated “Gladiators 2000.”

The turning point came in 2001.

One weekend, he was deciding between an offer to host “Family Feud,” the long-running game show, or a new summer talent show called “American Idol,” where he’d initially interviewed as a judge.

The former was an established hit. But something about “Idol” spoke to him.

“They told me I had till Monday to decide,” Seacrest told Details. ” ‘Family Feud’ was the bigger opportunity. But for some reason – I’m still not entirely sure why – I ended up choosing ‘American Idol.’ “

Climbing up with the Kardashians

Seacrest, being Seacrest, didn’t stop with “Idol.” He was just the host; the show, spearheaded by 19 Entertainment, was essentially someone else’s cash cow.

So, inspired by heroes such as Clark, he branched out. Red carpets. Reality shows. Product pitchman. More radio. More TV.

The Kardashians helped make it possible. Before “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” went on the air in 2007, Seacrest was amassing deals and credits – including one as Clark’s co-host on “Rockin’ Eve” – but hadn’t overseen a breakout show.

Inspired by “The Osbournes,” he had a colleague shoot a Kardashian family barbecue on Sunday afternoon. The colleague called immediately.

“(He said), ‘They’re so funny; they’re so fun; there is so much love in this family, and they’re so chaotic, they throw each other in the pool!’ We watched it and rushed the tape to E! immediately, and that was the beginning,” he recalled.

The show remains one of E!’s most popular and has spawned several spinoffs.

Khloe Kardashian and boyfriend Tristan Thompson were the subject of reports in April that Thompson had been spending time with other women during her pregnancy. Let
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Khloe Kardashian and boyfriend Tristan Thompson were the subject of reports in April that Thompson had been spending time with other women during her pregnancy. Let's "katch" up with the rest of her famous family.
The most famous of the Kardashian clan is undoubtedly Kim Kardashian West, who has gained publicity for everything from "breaking the Internet" to bleaching her hair blonde to ... well, pretty much everything she does gains publicity. At the least, she can usually be seen with her family on the E! series "Keeping Up With the Kardashians." The middle Kardashian daughter is married to rap star Kanye West and has a daughter, North, born in 2013. She gave birth to a son, Saint, in 2015 and in January 2018 daughter Chicago was born via surrogate.
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The most famous of the Kardashian clan is undoubtedly Kim Kardashian West, who has gained publicity for everything from "breaking the Internet" to bleaching her hair blonde to ... well, pretty much everything she does gains publicity. At the least, she can usually be seen with her family on the E! series "Keeping Up With the Kardashians." The middle Kardashian daughter is married to rap star Kanye West and has a daughter, North, born in 2013. She gave birth to a son, Saint, in 2015 and in January 2018 daughter Chicago was born via surrogate.