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American Idolcould have been a very different show.
When the cast was asked what notable projects they passed up or that they came close to getting, Ziering revealed that he had almost had a future in reality television.
“Shortly after [Beverly Hills, 90210] went off the air, Missy Halperin, who we all know [in casting], said, ‘Ian, would you ever consider hosting a reality show?’ And I’m like, ‘No. I’m an actor.’ That reality show wasAmerican Idol,” Ziering explained, to a shocked crowd.
“Not that it was an offer,” he clarified. “But would I consider my name being thrown in a hat.”
Still, Ziering insisted, “I would have been horrible,” joking that he must now wait forDrew Carey— who hostsThe Price Is Right— to retire, “so I can jump in there.”
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Though Ziering did not move forward with the hit singing competition show, he went on to star as Fin Shepard in theSharknadofilm series following his time as Steve Sanders in90210.
As forAmerican Idol, the series premiered on Fox in 2002 withRyan Seacrestand comedian Brian Dunkleman as its hosts. Dunkleman did not return for the show’s second season, and Seacrest has beenIdol’s sole host ever since.
Idol, currently in its 21st season on ABC, features judgesKaty Perry,Luke BryanandLionel Richie.
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source: people.com
