NBCUniversal news platforms launch special ‘Inspiring America’ to honor people making a mark in the world

Chitranshi Agarwal — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 15:30:04 +0000

NBCUniversal is launching an exceptional show Inspiring America: The 2021Inspiration List. The platform marks an extension of its NBC Nightly News. The conglomerate focuses on honoring individuals who have made a mark with their outstanding work.

The special series will be hosted by Lester Holt, Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb, and it will be broadcasted on NBC, Telemundo, MSNBC, CNBC and NBC News Now.

The timing for streaming is 8 PM ET/PT on May 1 on NBC and Telemundo, and on May 2 on CNBC, MSNBC and NBC News Now.

The special honorees include Lin-Manuel Miranda, NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace, the Spurs assistant coach Becky Harmon, chef Jose Andres and Feeding America CEO Claire Babineaux-Fontenot.

Others will be recognized for “making a positive difference in their communities, culture and country.” It is planned to make it a live event in future years. Anchors and reporters from across the NBCU platforms will join Holt and Guthrie to interview honorees. They include José Díaz-Balart, Craig Melvin, Vicky Nguyen and Shepard Smith will join Holt, Guthrie and Kotb to interview honorees during the hour.

Five years ago, Inspiring America originated as a series on NBC Nightly News. The Inspiring America brand will be extended to other NBCU news shows, which will feature the segments as well.

Other news outlets have their own honors to recognize individuals who make an impact in their communities. CNN launched CNN Heroes: An All Star Tribute in 2007.

Inspiring America | USA Newshour

NBCUniversal news platforms launch special ‘Inspiring America’ to honor people making a mark in the world