"NEW YORK -- As we inch closer to 2026, we're getting a sneak peek into the number one New Year's Eve celebration on television from the show hosts themselves. They are the hosts with the most: Ryan Seacrest and British singer and actress Rita Ora. The two are ready to once again take center stage in Times Square for "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" celebration. The pair says those last few moments before the iconic ball drops can be nerve wracking."
""I would say about that 30-second mark, I'm thinking pay attention to 11, so you hit 10 right at 10," Seacrest said. This year's broadcast is packed full of performers, roughly 39 artists, making it the largest lineup and the longest show ever. Although there was rain last New Year's Eve, Ora says the spectators were still able to enjoy the festivities."
""I was so enamored by his ability to make all of us feel comfortable when we're watching on TV. And so now I get to be here, and I got to work with him at one point too, so it's a special show for me," Seacrest said. When the clock strikes midnight, nearly three tons of confetti will rain down on Times Square."
Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora will co-host Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2026 live from Times Square. The final 30 seconds before the ball drop require precise countdown focus, creating a tense buildup. The broadcast features roughly 39 artists, making it the largest lineup and the longest show to date. Rain did not dampen crowd energy at last New Year's Eve. The production expands globally with coverage including Chicago, where Chance the Rapper will appear. Seacrest views headlining the ABC broadcast as an honor after inheriting the role from Dick Clark. Nearly three tons of 2" x 2" confetti will fall at midnight.
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