‘Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks’ Program To Honor Tina Turner With ‘Golden Mile’ Cascade
deadline.comThe 47th annual “Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks” will bring music, patriotic displays, and yes, fireworks to a live broadcast set for Tuesday, July 4 (8-10 p.m.
ET/PT) on NBC and streaming on Peacock. The fireworks will culminate with the Macy’s Golden Mile. Honoring the late Tina Turner, thousands of golden-hued shells will create a cascade effect stretching for more than a mile across the East River.
Turner relinquished her American citizenship and became a Swiss national after marrying Erwin Bach late in her life. “Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge’s” Rutledge Wood and “Access Hollywood’s” Zuri Hall will serve as cohosts.
Ashanti, Bebe Rexha, Ja Rule, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson and LL Cool J, featuring DJ Z-Trip & the Roots will perform during the show ahead of the fireworks display against the New York City backdrop. “Every year this remarkable telecast manages to both inspire and awe audiences, lighting up the New York skyline with a fireworks display that’s second to none,” said Jen Neal, EVP, live event and specials, NBCUniversal Entertainment and Streaming. “It’s this type of live programming event that unites us as a country and makes both our NBC and Peacock brands so unique.” The “Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks” telecast is in association with Macy’s.
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