AMERICAN Idol host Ryan Seacrest has been deemed unrecognizable after the star posted a throwback pic on social media.
On Friday, the new host of Wheel of Fortune host welcomed the warmest months of the year with a Summer-themed pic.
In the snap, Ryan, 49, lounged on a chair while enjoying time at the beach – seemingly in his late teens or early 20s.
The radio host wore a blue and white bathing suit while toning out the world with a pair of headphones and his eyes closed.
Ryan captioned his post, “Summer mode: activated.”
‘THAT IS NOT RYAN!’
In the comment section, a few fans didn’t recognize him.
“Is that Ryan? it doesn’t look like him,” one asked
“That is not Ryan,” another swore.
“Looks like someone else,” a third chimed in
Meanwhile, other followers joked about his latest pic.
“Cute Pic!! I wish I still had my Walkman,” one fan said.
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Another commented, “You look great.”
“Resting up before starting the Wheel of fortune gig!” a third stated.
RYAN’S NEXT ADVENTURE
Last June, Pat Sajak, 77, revealed he was stepping down as the host of Wheel of Fortune after 40 years.
Weeks later, Ryan revealed in an Instagram host that he was replacing the legendary game show host.
Earlier this month, fans got a new promo video featuring Pat, Ryan, and letter revealer Vanna White, 66.
Wheel of Fortune Host Timeline
Although Pat and Vanna have been a staple on the game show for decades, there have been other hosts
Chuck Woolery was the host from 1975 to 1981
He co-hosted alongside Susan Stafford (1975 to 1982)
Vanna White then stepped in as hostess in 1982 and has been ever since
After a contract and salary dispute, the show got rid of Chuck and brought in Pat in 1982
Pat hosted with Susan for one season
He then left the game show in 1989 to host a late-night talk show for CBS
For five months, NFL player Rolf Benirschke took his place
In July 1989, Bob Goen hosted the show on CBS
He hosted for a year and a half until the show was canceled in 1991
The show was then moved to ABC with Pat and Vanna hosting for the foreseeable future
In 2023, Pat announced his retirement and Ryan Seacrest as quickly named as his replacement
The newest clip aired on local news stations during a preview of the upcoming Fall TV schedule.
Pat spoke first, “Well, this is it, Ryan. What do you think?”
“Impressive!” Ryan exclaimed.
Vanna told the newcomer that the contestants would love him.
Pat replied, “I think what you’re going to enjoy most is meeting the players and getting to know the audience at home.”
The video was shared on YouTube, where fans were just as excited about Ryan hosting as he was.
“It is sad to see Pat go, I have watched him for years and he is an integral and iconic part of what makes this show so special. But I wish Ryan the best of luck and I hope he keeps the show going great,” one wrote.
