Back in 2006, then-unknowns Terrence J and Rocsi Diaz edged out thousands of competitors to win the coveted spot of hosts on the popular BET show, 106 & Park. Though there were temporary hosts in between, they essentially replaced the original hosts, A.J. and Free. Both had left to pursue other interests, and A.J. actually went to do entertainment news for Extra. Now, Terrence is following in those same footsteps! He has been announced as the co-host of E! News, alongside Giuliana Rancic, starting November 12th. He will be replacing Ryan Seacrest (due to American Idol duties), though he will still be a part of the production side of things. Check out Terrence’s statement to E! below. Congrats on the major move!

Marisa Mendez

I’ve always had a passion for the wide spectrum of pop culture that E! News covers so well; I can’t wait to get started. I’ve had a great career so far, and it’s all been building toward this.”