Overview

A much cherished annual tradition since 1972, the show includes special musical performances, reports on New Year’s celebrations from around the globe and the traditional countdown to midnight along with the iconic Times Square ball drop.

Created by Dick Clark

Network

• ABC

Seasons & Episodes

Cast

• 

  Ryan Seacrest

  Self - Host

  45 eps

• 

  Dick Clark

  Self - Host / Self (archive footage)

  39 eps

• 

  Charlene Tilton

  Self

  2 eps

• 

  Priscilla Barnes

  Self

  2 eps

Themes

• new year's eve
• countdown
• live broadcast
• live performance
• celebration
• music

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