NBC to Air Variety Special in Celebration of Network’s 100th Anniversary

NBC is celebrating 100 years on the airwaves with a variety special spectacular.

The announcement was made by Tina Fey and Amy Poehler — who have both been associated with NBC for over two decades — during the NBCUniversal upfront presentation to advertisers on Monday at Radio City Music Hall.

“Hosted by a mix of legendary NBC alumni and today’s biggest stars, the night will be filled with memorable music performances, comedy tributes, behind the scenes stories and surprise reunions,” Fey said. “You’ll be hearing more soon, but I can guarantee this — because it’s twice the age of ‘SNL,’ it’s going to be twice as long as the ‘SNL’ anniversary special. That’s right, six hours of a fun decade-by-decade look back.”

No premiere date or further information was provided as to who would be appearing in the special. Some of the biggest shows in NBC history do include “Saturday Night Live,” “Seinfeld,” the “Law & Order” franchise, “I Dream of Jeannie,” “Cheers,” “Frasier,” and many more.

NBC revealed its fall schedule earlier on Monday, which included the return of NBA coverage on the broadcast network as well as the new comedy “The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins” starring Tracy Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe, the new unscripted series “On Brand” from Jimmy Fallon, and more.

NBC had previously announced renewals for its “One Chicago” and the show “Law & Order” shows, while both “Brilliant Minds” and “The Hunting Party” were renewed earlier on Monday as well. Comedies “St. Denis Medical” and “Happy’s Place” were renewed prior to the upfront presentation.