Report: Ryan Seacrest To Become Richest Reality Host On TV
Monday, Jul 13, 2009 | Updated 11:00 AM EST
Ryan Seacrest has a lot to smile about. The "American Idol" host reportedly just closed contract negations for the biggest reality host paycheck ever.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Seacrest inked a major three-year deal with CKX – parent company of "Idol" producer 19 Entertainment – for $15 million per year.
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The new $45 million for three-year contract will reportedly make Seacrest exclusive to CKX for TV primetime, hosting "Idol" or any other CKX-produced show that might follow.
Previously, Seacrest earned slightly less than $5 million per season on the hit FOX reality competition.
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Reps for the producers and for Seacrest had no comment when contacted by the trade mag, but the deal is expected to be announced today.
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