Fans Express Concern About Ryan Seacrest's Appearance in New Cooking Video

A seemingly innocent cooking video posted by the television and radio personality has left fans deeply worried — not about his culinary skills, but about his noticeably slimmer frame.

In a brief Instagram clip intended to celebrate National Extra Virgin Olive Oil Day, Ryan Seacrest was seen casually preparing food in his kitchen.

The caption read, "Some call it cooking, I call it oil painting 🫒Happy #NationalExtraVirginOliveOilDay." But while the tone was playful, what truly grabbed attention was not the olive oil — it was the "American Idol" host's face and physique. Fans flooded the comments with messages of concern, noting his noticeably slimmer appearance.

Concerned Fans Speak Out

One follower didn't hold back, writing, "Love you Ryan❤️but you look gaunt [sic]." Another echoed the unease, asking, "I love him but I'm worried about him, did I miss anything? Is he ok or he is on a new diet? He looks really thin [sic]." Others chimed in, with one remarking, "What's going on, Ryan? You're too thin."

A particularly observant fan noted, "Ryan was looking really great a few months ago, but wow he has lost so much muscle and regular weight. I hope he's okay. ❤️ @ryanseacrest @onairwithryan." Even humor-tinged comments carried a weight of worry, "He's gonna blow away 😮😮😮."

Wild Speculations Begin

As more fans analyzed the clip, theories began to spiral, with some speculating on a deeper reason for his appearance. One person questioned, "Is this the clone Ryan?? Seems like all the celebrities are looking different these days where you don't realize them anymore! Did they get to him too [sic]???"

Not long after the eyebrow-raising cooking video, Seacrest shared a carousel post showing him working out. In one image, he was lifting dumbbells while donning a black workout outfit, a weighted vest, and orange ankle weights, appearing intensely focused mid-exercise.

He captioned that post, "Joint statement from my ankles: we quit." The stark contrast between the two posts drew attention to Seacrest's noticeably transformed physique, prompting widespread discussion among fans.

Inside Seacrest's Transformation: What's Really Behind the Change

A source spoke to the New York Post in an attempt to shed light on the TV veteran's evolving look:

"Ryan has recently been doing a new workout routine – working out with a new trainer, Dodd Romero, combined with Pilates and yoga for the first time. That's created a visible change."

And despite the whispers, the insider insisted there's no need to worry. "He's also been enjoying vacation time this summer and eating lots of pasta," the source added.

Seacrest Opens up About His Wellness Routine

In a 2023 interview with People, Seacrest shared insight into his diet and overall lifestyle approach. He shared that he follows a Mediterranean diet:

"It speaks to me because it's fun. You look forward to it. It's fresh things, it's simple cooking. It's really just eating smart foods — simple — but you like it. I don't eat a ton of meat […] I try on a normal basis to stick to the Mediterranean diet."

He also revealed that despite his packed schedule, rest remains a top priority. During the YES Scholars 25th Anniversary Gala in Los Angeles on September 4, 2025, the ever-busy host made it clear he doesn't run on fumes.

"I do sleep. Everyone asks me, do I sleep?" the TV host said. "It's like, I go to bed immediately, and I get a good night's sleep. But it's pretty jam-packed in between the sleeps." He also mentioned that he travels with a special pillow to help him sleep easily wherever he goes.

As of now, Seacrest has not addressed the flurry of speculation surrounding his appearance. But he continues to stay active on social media, posting updates from his life — even as a storm of worry and support swirls through the comments.