But I found myself shocked by how much I missed Ryan Seacrest. Say what you will about the Idol host, but he is masterful to watch during the audition rounds. He supplies the show with a necessary sense of humor, finding camaraderie with even the most insane of contestants and offering us priceless reaction shots. He takes Idol for what it is: A silly, addictive reality show.
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