- EW confirmed the "Idol" host is close to inking a deal
- He would also serve as exec producer for a new reality series
- His production company is responsible for "Keeping Up with the Kardashians"
(EW.com) -- One of the busiest men in entertainment could soon find his schedule a little more packed.
EW has confirmed that "American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest is close to reaching an agreement with NBC that would put him at the helm of the network's upcoming reality series, "Million Second Quiz." If reached, the deal would also make him an executive producer.
Seacrest, whose production company is responsible for "Keeping Up with the Kardashians," also hosts a daily morning show, "On Air" with Ryan Seacrest and "ABC's New Year's Rocking Eve," on top of his "Idol" duties.
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