New Years Rockin Eve viewers divided over shows | TV Shows

Viewers of Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest are divided over the show’s identify, as they ring in 2026.

TV legend Dick Clark created New Year’s Rockin’ Eve in 1971 and went on to host the show until 2004. He then co-hosted the show following his stroke that yr until his death in 2012.

The 51-year-old American Idol host, who not too long ago took over co-hosting duties of Wheel of Fortune from Pat Sajak in 2024, took over as co-host in 2005. He’s been internet hosting solo since the 2012-13 installment, but has been accompanied by numerous visitor correspondents, including Rita Ora, who has been with him since the 2023-24 version.

Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve was renamed Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest in 2008, but followers are still not completely satisfied.

On X, previously Twitter, one individual wrote, “Isn’t there a statue of limitations on how many years they can still call it ‘Dick Clark’s Rockin New Year’s Eve’? I mean, WHEN DOES RYAN SEACREST GET HIS SHINE??”

Another individual countered, “New Year’s Eve is not the same without Dick Clark. Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest is not the same, but at least they kept Dick Clark’s name in it, and I respect that. When I don’t respect and don’t understand is why it never rocks anymore.”

Clark died of a “massive heart attack” at a Los Angeles hospital in 2012. He was 82.

Following the TV icon’s death, Seacrest wrote on his web site, “I am deeply saddened by the loss of my dear friend Dick Clark. He has truly been one of the greatest influences in my life.”

He added, “I idolized him from the start, and I was graced early on in my career with his generous advice and counsel. When I joined his show in 2006, it was a dream come true to work with him every New Year’s Eve for the last 6 years.

“He was sensible, charming, humorous and always a true gentleman. I discovered a great deal from him, and I’ll always be indebted to him for his religion and assist of me.”

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Seacrest concluded at the time, “He was a outstanding host and businessman and left a wealthy legacy to tv audiences around the world. We will all miss him.”

The Wheel of Fortune co-host and Ora, who are co-hosting for the third year together this year, opened up about the special during an interview with People ahead of the annual ball drop.

They also revealed some of the strange ways attendees prepare for the cold weather and long Times Square lines, including wearing adult diapers.

“They do issues you don’t need to see them do because they’re there for that long,” Seacrest told the outlet. “I’m completely satisfied I’ve not seen them do those issues.”

“I hear the diaper tales,” Ora, 35, added.

However, while Seacrest said that he has also heard the stories, he noted that he’s never seen it in person.

“That’s what I’m speaking about,” he said. “I’ve not seen it. I just know it is taking place.”

This yr’s eight-hour New Year’s Rockin’ Eve is set to characteristic live performances from Diana Ross, Ciara, Little Big Town, Maren Morris, and Le Sserafim.