“American Idol” holds a special place in pop culture.
Still, all might not be as it seems.
After all, only longtime fans will remember that Season 1 wasn’t solely helmed by Seacrest.
That’s right Season 1 had two hosts.
The forgotten host’s name?
He and his co-host, Ryan Seacrest, didn’t get along.
Like, at all.
Still, Seacrest remained at the helm of the series and remains there to this day.
He ultimately returned for the finale that year.
“I told him that I wished I could go back and change that but I can’t.
I wished him only the best for him and his family.
It was a really great moment and he was so gracious.”
Now, the two have made their peace, and Seacrest continues to host the series.
This moment brought the two together, which is all that matters in the end.
