It looks as though Terrence Jenkins (better  known as Terrence J) is moving on up like the Jeffersons.

After announcing his departure from BET’s 106 and Park back in May, he has  now confirmed that he will be sliding into Ryan Seacrest former spot as the new  co-host of E! News. His new gig at the anchor desk alongside Giuliana Rancic  will begin on November 12.

According to E!’s President of Network  Strategy, Terrence J’s resume and  connections were an attractive look for the network:

“Terrence Jenkins is a talented and well-connected television personality who  will bring an original sensibility to our news programs. Coupled with lead  anchor Giuliana Rancic’s proven experience,  [Jenkins' arrival] should help cement ‘E! News” stature as the leading source  for news across pop culture.

Although, Ryan Seacrest will remain managing editor of E! News, he left his  role at the anchor desk back in January due to his busy schedule which includes American Idol, executive producing  numerous reality shows, and his daily radio morning show. [What is Ryan not  doing these days??]

It’s definitely possible that Ryan and Terrence J have a little history as  Terrence appeared on a few episodes of the Kardashian spin off, ‘Kourtney and  Khloe takes on Miami’ a few years ago as the co-host of a radio show with Khloe  Kardashian.

On his new role, Terrence says:

“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.”

This is definitely a huge indication of where Terrence is headed in his  career. Not to mention, he is still pursuing acting gigs. Big things are  ahead!

Congrats!!!

Watch Terrence J’s inspirational speech at the Be Next Awards back in July below:

The Hollywood Reporter