Ryan Seacrest

Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora will host the longest edition in the 54-year history of 'Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2026,' expanding by 90 minutes to start at 8 p.m. ET on December 31 on ABC. Building on the star-studded lineup announced earlier, the special adds a first-ever Central Time Zone countdown from Chicago, performances from over 42 artists across multiple cities, and more than 90 songs.