Ryan Seacrest Speaks

Yesterday at the Television Critics Association Tour, Ryan Seacrest addressed his upcoming “Idol” negotiations…

“I love this television show…and I can’t imagine life without ‘American Idol,'” he said, according to “The Hollywood Reporter.” However, Ryan would not go into details about his future with “Today.”

“I have a deal with NBC Universal that we’re in negotiations discussing what I’ll do, but I already work there,” he said.

The “Reporter” story says that Ryan may do interview specials or take a major role in Olympics coverage. The most interesting tidbit from the “Reporter” post was this: “When asked about a potential future with NBC’s rival series, ‘The Voice,’ Seacrest slithered about in his seat, noting that his focus this year is on ‘Idol.’”

Hmmm…

Earlier in the day, FOX Entertainment President Kevin Reilly said FOX would work hard to keep Ryan. “As we know, it’s a much harder job than meets the eye.”

I’m glad to hear him acknowledge that…

Reilly said he knew the negotiations would be tough, but that they would wrap up “pretty quickly”…