20 Minutes ago in New York, Ryan Seacrest was confirmed as…See more

About 20 minutes ago, reports from New York claimed the sudden death of Ryan Seacrest, the well-known television host and producer whose work has shaped modern entertainment. The longtime face of American Idol, Live with Kelly and Ryan, and his nationally syndicated radio show was said to have passed away under circumstances that remain unclear. His representatives have issued a brief statement requesting privacy for the family during this difficult time, as the news sends waves of concern across the entertainment world.