The trailer, which also featured Seacrest's mom, Constance, shows a sweet interaction as his mom humorously mimics his American Idol introduction. Fans flooded the comments section on Instagram, many expressing shock and others offering compliments.

The TV presenter and American Idol host looked a world away from his usual clean cut self in a new promo video ahead of the new season.

Ryan Seacrest looks unrecognizable with a beard in American Idol promo and fans are reacting to his new look as they say he looks 'charming' and 'handsome.'