NBC has officially confirmed that Reba McEntire, the undisputed Queen of Country Music, will host this yearâs Rockefeller Center Christmas Special, live from the heart of Manhattan. Beneath the iconic 80-foot Christmas tree and shimmering city skyline, Reba will deliver a night filled with music, nostalgia, and pure holiday magic.
From Oklahoma roots to global stardom, Reba brings her signature warmth and storytelling to one of Americaâs most beloved holiday traditions. This year, the world-famous Rockefeller Christmas Tree lighting is expected to draw millions of viewers across the globe.
Audiences can expect breathtaking live renditions of Christmas classics, including:
âSilent Nightâ â intimate, candlelit, and pure emotion.
âMary, Did You Know?â â soulful, powerful, and timeless.
And a brand-new country Christmas performance only Reba could deliver.
Snow will fall. Choirs will echo through the Plaza. Brass bands, gospel harmonies, and the glow of 50,000 sparkling lights will set the stage.
New Yorkâs Biggest Christmas Celebration Gets a Country Heart
This yearâs production promises to be âthe most heartfelt and nostalgic celebration in a decade,â according to NBC executives. Reba will be joined by special guests from Broadway, the Grand Ole Opry, and surprise stars yet to be announced.
From the towering tree to Fifth Avenueâs twinkling lights, Manhattan becomes a winter postcard â and at its very center stands a woman whose voice has defined generations.
âThereâs something magical about Christmas in New York. To stand under that tree and sing for people around the world⌠thatâs a gift in itself.â
