| NEW YORK - (Business Wire) 19 Entertainment, a wholly owned subsidiary of CKX, Inc. (Nasdaq:CKXE), today announces a new partnership with Ryan Seacrest. The award-winning television and radio host, successful producer and entrepreneur has committed to a new, long-term agreement that secures his availability as host of the No.1-rated TV show "American Idol" through 2012. The partnership will provide the opportunity for Mr. Seacrest and his wholly owned Ryan Seacrest Productions banner (RSP) to work together with "American Idol" creator Simon Fuller on new entertainment endeavors. These new projects will be in addition to both of their continuing commitments to "American Idol." Ryan Seacrest comments: "I'm truly appreciative of being part of a show that has had such an enormous impact on popular culture across all ages. I look forward to expanding the relationship with Simon Fuller and Bob Sillerman, who share the same visionary approach to entertainment media that I strive for with every project." Simon Fuller, creator of "American Idol" and chief executive officer of 19 Entertainment comments: "I am looking forward very much to collaborating with Ryan on some new ideas. Ryan is an essential ingredient to 'American Idol's' success, and I am so happy that we will continue our relationship beyond 'Idol' into the future. Ryan is without doubt one of American television's most talented stars." Robert F.X. Sillerman, chairman and chief executive officer of CKX added: "Ryan Seacrest is a unique talent, who has proven to be an integral element of the success of 'Idol.' With this transaction we not only guarantee Ryan's participation in 'Idol,' but also align ourselves with one of the most energetic and professional new talents to have come along in years. We fully expect this to be just the first of many collaborations with Ryan." | 
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