Lucy Hale rocks a matching blue sweatsuit at JFK after ringing in 2021 alongside Ryan Seacrest

Lucy Hale rocks a matching blue sweatsuit at the airport after ringing in 2021 alongside Ryan Seacrest as the co-host of New Year’s Rockin’ Eve

It was a very long night for Lucy Hale. 

Yet, somehow, the 31-year-old actress managed to look bright eyed and bushy tailed on New Year’s Day as she arrived to John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City.

The actress and singer officially rang in 2021 co-hosting alongside Ryan Seacrest in Times Square for Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.

2021: Lucy Hale managed to look bright eyed and bushy tailed on New Year’s Day as she arrived to JFK Airport in New York City after co-hosting New Year’s Rockin’ Eve the night before

Arriving at the airport with two large rolling suitcases in tow, Lucy ditched her formal holiday attire for something far more comfortable.

The Pretty Little Liars star proved that sweats can be chic in a matching bright blue sweatsuit under a long pale camel coat with black sneakers.

Lucy had her raven locks pulled back into a sleek low bun and she sported a disposable facemask.

Just a few hours earlier Lucy was watching the ball drop in Times Square at midnight to usher in a new year alongside her New Year’s Rockin’ Eve co-hosts Ryan Seacrest, Billy Porter and Ciara.

Comfort is key; The Pretty Little Liars star proved that sweats can be chic in a matching bright blue sweatsuit under a long pale camel coat with black sneakers

Comfort is key; The Pretty Little Liars star proved that sweats can be chic in a matching bright blue sweatsuit under a long pale camel coat with black sneakers

Hale has made regular appearances during the year-end celebration special for the past few years.

Her involvement began with the 2017 edition of the program.

The 2019 was her first as the Times Square correspondent for the show, as she replaced Jenny McCarthy who was unable to attend due to prior commitments.

Longtime host Ryan Seacrest, 46, opened the 2020/2021 show by describing the past year in a word as ‘different’.

Countdown: The actress and singer officially rang in 2021 co-hosting alongside Ryan Seacrest in Times Square for Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve

Countdown: The actress and singer officially rang in 2021 co-hosting alongside Ryan Seacrest in Times Square for Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve

Changes: Due to the circumstances brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, public attendance was not allowed during the event and a limited number of essential workers and their family members made up the audience of the show this year

Changes: Due to the circumstances brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, public attendance was not allowed during the event and a limited number of essential workers and their family members made up the audience of the show this year

He held a face mask while explaining that official health protocols were being followed throughout the broadcast. 

Due to the circumstances brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, public attendance was not allowed during the event.

A limited number of essential workers and their family members made up the audience of the show this year.

Veteran: Hale has made regular appearances during the year-end celebration special for the past few years and her involvement began with the 2017 edition of the program

Veteran: Hale has made regular appearances during the year-end celebration special for the past few years and her involvement began with the 2017 edition of the program

Miley Cyrus, Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, Julia Michaels, Lewis Capaldi, Saweetie, Nelly and many other stars took to the stage in cities like New York, Los Angeles and New Orleans to perform during the show.

The big act of the night, however, was a diamond clad Jennifer Lopez who had the prime performance spot just before the ball dropped at the stroke of midnight. 

US President-elect Joe Biden, 78, and his wife Dr Jill Biden, 69, also appeared remotely via video in a segment with Ryan. 

2021: Miley Cyrus, Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, Julia Michaels, Lewis Capaldi, Saweetie, Nelly and many other stars took to the stage in cities like New York, Los Angeles and New Orleans to perform during the show

2021: Miley Cyrus, Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, Julia Michaels, Lewis Capaldi, Saweetie, Nelly and many other stars took to the stage in cities like New York, Los Angeles and New Orleans to perform during the show