VIDEO: Ryan Seacrest Talks Emotional Ending of AMERICAN IDOL

After 15 seasons of judges' critiques and powerhouse performances, Thursday night marks the series finale of American Idol. For Ryan Seacrest, the end of "Idol" is especially emotional, since he's been there from the very start, and the show made him a star and helped him launch a media empire. He also talks about his desire to shift his priorities, and start a family. Watch his appearance on TODAY below!

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