Television host Ryan Seacrest is set to welcome the year 2026 with an impressive lineup of celebrity co-hosts for the iconic Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve broadcast. The announcement, made by ABC on Monday 24th November 2025, confirms that Chance the Rapper, former NFL star Rob Gronkowski, dancer Julianne Hough, and singer Rita Ora will all be taking part in the festivities.
A Coast-to-Coast Celebration
The special event will feature multiple live locations across the United States. Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora will helm the main proceedings from the heart of the action in New York City's Times Square. Meanwhile, Chance the Rapper will represent his hometown, hosting the celebrations from Chicago. The party in Las Vegas will be led by the dynamic duo of Rob Gronkowski and Julianne Hough. Further details regarding a planned Puerto Rico segment are promised to be unveiled in the near future.
Broadcast Details and Legacy
The show, officially titled "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026", will be broadcast live on 31st December. Viewers can catch all the action on ABC starting at 8 p.m. EST. For those who miss the live broadcast or wish to relive the moments, the show will be available for streaming on Hulu the following day.
Ryan Seacrest has a long history with the programme, having been involved since 2006 after taking over the hosting duties from the legendary creator, Dick Clark. This upcoming edition continues his tenure as the face of one of television's most-watched annual events. ABC has also indicated that announcements regarding the musical performers for the night will be made at a later date.
