NEW YORK (AP) — Ryan Seacrest can tell you lot about the evolution of ‘‘American Idol’’ over the last twelve seasons, but the host is a bit more reluctant to discuss the evolution of his relationship with actress Julianne Hough.

When asked by The Associated Press if there was a wedding date in his future, Seacrest casually responded: ‘‘Are you getting married?’’

Seacrest and Hough have been together since the spring of 2010.

After a few playful rounds of ‘‘Are you?’’ banter on the subject, he decided to call it a day.

Seacrest made the comments Friday while promoting ‘‘Idol Across America,’’ a relay of the ‘‘American Idol’’ microphone across the country, taking a page from the Olympic torch relay.

As for the prospect of the microphone making it in one piece, Seacrest says if not, ‘‘I'm sure there’s one in a holster standing by if it breaks.’’

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