The Ink Is Dry On Ryan's Three Season A.I. Contract

Ryan Seacrest has committed to host three more seasons on the number one rated television show, American Idol.  Sweet relief! 

The award-winning television and radio host, successful producer and entrepreneur has been recognized as "an essential ingredient to American Idol’s success," by Idol creator Simon Fuller.

Ryan is very excited about being a part of American Idol for another three seasons, and has said so on his Twitter page.

@ryanseacrest: Lots of conversations going on behind the scenes but I fully expect you will see the whole team next year.

@ryanseacrest: Very excited about locking in a deal to host idol for this season and the following 2..

He addressed the extended contract on his radio show Monday saying, "I'm fortune enough to be the host of this show" and he's "looking forward" to being back with his A.I. family Monday night in Denver, Colorado for auditions.