SIN BANDERA ANNOUNCE ESCENAS U.S. TOUR Includes Kia Center on Oct 8

SIN BANDERA ANNOUNCE ESCENAS U.S. TOUR

Includes Kia Center on Oct 8 

Iconic Romantic Duo Return to Orlando’s Kia Center on October 8

ORLANDO, FLORIDA [2026] — After captivating audiences across Latin America with multiple sold-out performances, the iconic romantic duo Sin Bandera bring the Escenas Tour, the most emotional and successful tour of their career, to the U.S. The tour supports the release of their latest studio album of the same name and their musical journey celebrating more than two decades of timeless hits. The 17-date tour kicks off on Friday, September 18, in El Paso, TX and includes a return visit to Orlando’s Kia Center on Thursday, October 8. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, July 10, at 10 a.m. ET

 

The American Express pre-sale runs Wednesday, July 8, from 10 a.m. ET until 10 p.m. ET.  The Artist and Kia Center pre-sales run concurrently on Thursday, July 9, from 10 a.m. ET until 10 p.m. ET.

 

Each Escenas Tour performance has become a deeply emotional experience, bringing together thousands of fans to relive the songs that have defined generations. More than just a concert, the show offers an intimate journey through stories of love, nostalgia, reunions and farewells that have accompanied millions of fans globally.

 

“We are incredibly excited to bring Escenas to the United States,” said Leonel García. “This album represents a very special chapter for us and sharing it live with an audience that has supported us with so much love over the years means the world to us. The United States has always been an essential part of our story.” 

 

“Every time we perform in the United States, we feel an incredible amount of love,” said Noel Schajris. “We have a very special connection with our fans there and we’re thrilled to return with this tour, bringing new songs along with the classics that have become part of so many people’s lives. It’s going to be a truly special celebration.”

 

Garcia and Scharjris, the singer-songwriters behind the legendary ensemble Sin Bandera, continue to solidify their status as titans of Latin pop music. With an extraordinary career spanning a quarter century, the group continues to prove that its music has not only stood the test of time, but continues to evolve alongside its audience. Their ability to create genuine emotional connections remains stronger than ever, further solidifying a legacy that continues to grow with every new song and every stage they grace.

 

Tickets: starting at $39.99 (prices subject to change). Tickets are reserved seating. Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand. All tickets are reserved. Buy tickets at the Kia Center box office or Ticketmaster.com. All dates, act(s) and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, service, handling and facility fee charges. For Kia Center box office and ticket information, visit KiaCenter.com (phone purchases are unavailable through the Kia Center box office). Kia Center is located at 400 West Church Street and the box office is located on the north side of the Kia Center, near the intersection of Church Street and Hughey Avenue. 

 

About Kia Center

Kia Center, owned and operated by the City of Orlando on behalf of the Central Florida community, hosts games, concerts, family shows and major national events. Since opening in the fall of 2010, the arena has created more than 4,070 jobs, welcomed nearly 20 million guests, hosted over 3,250 events and generated a $6.5 billion economic output. The Orlando Magic served as the developer and the facility was designed to reflect the character of the community, meet the goals of the users and build on the legacy of sports and entertainment in Orlando. The 875,000-square-foot, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold-certified building features a sustainable, environmentally-friendly design with unmatched technology and multiple premium amenities available to all guests. Kia Center was honored with the International Association of Venue Managers' Venue Excellence Award, a distinction bestowed upon facilities that excel in the management and operation of public assemblyvenues. Additionally, the arena has earned numerous awards, which most notably includes TheStadiumBusiness Awards’ Customer Experience Award and was named SportsBusiness Journal's Sports Facility of the Year. For more information about Kia Center, visit KiaCenter.com.

RISING BACHATA SINGER DALVIN LA MELODIA ANNOUNCES FIRST USA TOUR

RISING BACHATA SINGER DALVIN LA MELODIA ANNOUNCES FIRST USA TOUR

 

Dominican Singer and Songwriter Makes Debut Performance at Orlando’s Kia Center on October 15 

ORLANDO, FLORIDA [2026] — Emerging Dominican bachata singer and songwriter Dalvin La Melodia, born Dalvin Antonio Núñez Vargas, announced his first US Tour, bringing his soulful voice to venues across the country. La Melodia makes his debut performance at Orlando’s Kia Center on Thursday, October 15. T

 

The Artist and Kia Center pre-sales for the Dalvin La Melodia USA Tour run concurrently on Tuesday, August 11, from 10 a.m. ET until 10 p.m. ET.

 

Born and raised in the Dominican Republic, La Melodia started his musical journey singing in a local church choir with his father. While working odd jobs, he spent his free time honing his craft and posting raw street-corner and in-transit vocal performances online. In 2024, his professional trajectory took a major turn when he connected with renowned guitarist, arranger and producer Michael Quevedo, who helped refine La Melodia’s signature acoustic-infused sound and modern arrangement style.

 

Known for his smooth, heartfelt bachata vocal style blending traditional romantic delivery with modern R&B and urban Latin influences, his rapid rise to prominence has earned him millions of global streams and a rapidly growing international fanbase. La Melodia has built a strong streaming and digital presence across platforms like Spotify with over 85M total streams. He captured widespread attention from his viral streaming tracks including “Mi Reina,” “Chiquilla Bonita” and “Tesoro Perdido,” amassing over 73M views on YouTube. Marking a major career milestone, La Melodia debuted on the Billboard Tropical Airplay chart with “Chiquilla Bonita,” climbing to number 24.

 

Last year, La Melodia collaborated with Romeo Santos, The King of Bachata, and Prince Royce on the song “Menor,” released on November 28. The track is featured on Santos’ and Royce’s surprise collaborative album “Better Late Than Never.” “Menor” was the only guest feature on the entire album, meant to bridge generations of bachata. Additionally, he recorded with Latin mainstays, including bachata legend El Chavel de la Bachata (“Antes y Después”), urban star Tito “El Bambino” (“Así Se Vende”) and El Blachy (“Almba Rota”).

 

Tickets: starting at $69.00 (prices subject to change). Tickets are reserved seating. Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand. All tickets are reserved. Buy tickets at the Kia Center box office or Ticketmaster.com. All dates, act(s) and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, service, handling and facility fee charges. For Kia Center box office and ticket information, visit KiaCenter.com (phone purchases are unavailable through the Kia Center box office). Kia Center is located at 400 West Church Street and the box office is located on the north side of the Kia Center, near the intersection of Church Street and Hughey Avenue. 

 

About Kia Center

Kia Center, owned and operated by the City of Orlando on behalf of the Central Florida community, hosts games, concerts, family shows and major national events. Since opening in the fall of 2010, the arena has created more than 4,070 jobs, welcomed nearly 20 million guests, hosted over 3,250 events and generated a $6.5 billion economic output. The Orlando Magic served as the developer and the facility was designed to reflect the character of the community, meet the goals of the users and build on the legacy of sports and entertainment in Orlando. The 875,000-square-foot, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold-certified building features a sustainable, environmentally-friendly design with unmatched technology and multiple premium amenities available to all guests. Kia Center was honored with the International Association of Venue Managers' Venue Excellence Award, a distinction bestowed upon facilities that excel in the management and operation of public assembly venues. Additionally, the arena has earned numerous awards, which most notably includes TheStadiumBusiness Awards’ Customer Experience Award and was named SportsBusiness Journal's Sports Facility of the Year. For more information about Kia Center, visit KiaCenter.com.

Epic Four-Team College Basketball Doubleheader Set to Headline First-Ever Hall of Fame Series Orlando

EPIC FOUR-TEAM COLLEGE BASKETBALL DOUBLEHEADER

SET TO HEADLINE FIRST-EVER HALL OF FAME SERIES ORLANDO

 

Florida Hoops Takeover – Florida Gators Headline and FAU Owls Return for Hardwood Showdown at Orlando’s Kia Center on December 12

ORLANDO, FLORIDA [2026] — Position Sports, in partnership with the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, announced the inaugural Hall of Fame Series Orlando, featuring a doubleheader on Saturday, December 12, at Kia Center, with Florida facing Georgia Tech for the first time in nearly four decades and Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) meeting for only the second time since 2003. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Wednesday, August 19, at 10 a.m. ET. One ticket provides admission to both games.

 

Ranked as the No. 1 team on ESPN.com’s 2026-27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings, Florida returns four starters from its 2025-26 SEC championship team, Rueben Chinyelu, Alex Condon, Boogie Fland, and Thomas Haugh. Georgia Tech opens a new era under first-year head coach Scott Cross, bolstered by Top 100 recruit Tylis Jordan, who redshirted his freshman season at Ole Miss and incoming freshman Kayden Allen, ranked No. 47 in the Class of 2026 by 247Sports.

FAU enters the matchup coming off the program's fifth consecutive season of 18-plus wins. VCU is fresh off a 28-8 campaign in which the Rams captured a share of the Atlantic 10 Conference regular season title, won the league's tournament championship and advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

 

“Central Florida is home to two incredibly passionate fan bases in Florida and FAU and this event gives them the chance to see their teams compete against Georgia Tech and VCU in a premier setting without a long trip,” said Melissa Meacham-Grossman, President of Position Sports. “We're proud to bring the Hall of Fame Series to Orlando for the first time and know these fans will show up in a big way.”

 

Further details regarding game times, broadcast coverage and media credentials for the event will be shared at a later date. For more Hall of Fame Series information and updates, please visit HOFSeries.com or follow @HOFSeries on all social platforms.

 

The Hall of Fame Series, owned and operated by Position Sports, is a collection of high-profile non-conference basketball events featuring top collegiate programs competing in premier venues across the US and internationally. Annually, the series showcases marquee men’s and women’s matchups while celebrating the legacy and impact of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame on the game.

Previous Hall of Fame Series events have been held in Baltimore, Boston, Charlotte, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York, Phoenix, San Antonio and Toronto, featuring many of the nation’s top-ranked programs and drawing national television audiences each season.

 

Florida vs. Georgia Tech History

Florida has won the last five meetings with Georgia Tech but trails in the all-time series which dates back to 1923, 27-20. The Gators won the last matchup on November 24, 1987, in the second round of the Preseason NIT. The Yellow Jackets’ last win in the series came at the Gator Bowl Tournament in Jacksonville, FL on December 28, 1970.

 

Quotes from Head Coaches:

“We’re excited to return to downtown Orlando where Gator Nation has such a strong presence. The Hall of Fame Series has been a key part of our nonconference schedule several times recently and it’s always a first-class experience, so we’re glad for the opportunity to compete in the event right here in Florida. Georgia Tech adds another ACC opponent with great history and tradition to our schedule and Coach Cross certainly brings a winning track record in his first season leading that program.”

Todd Golden // Florida

 

“The Hall of Fame Series is a premier event and we are excited to have the opportunity to participate this season to showcase not only Georgia Tech, but the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. It will be a great opportunity for Georgia Tech to compete against a high-level Florida team during non-conference play and be an exciting game for our fans.”

Scott Cross // Georgia Tech

 

FAU vs. VCU History

The Rams have won all four previous meetings, including the last matchup on December 15, 2021 (66-46).

 

Quotes from Head Coaches:

“It’s an incredible honor for Florida Atlantic to be invited to play in the Hall of Fame Series Orlando. VCU is a great program and this is certainly a special matchup of two programs that have experienced historic Final Four seasons. I am excited for the opportunity for our team and our fans, and also personally honored to be playing in this series in the same year one of my mentors and friend, Mark Few, is being enshrined in the Hall of Fame.” 

John Jakus // FAU

 

“It is always an honor to participate in an event run by the Hall of Fame. As always, we are looking for quality events and opponents. This is another in a series of great opportunities for our program.”

Phil Martelli Jr. | VCU

 

Tickets: starting at $15.00 (prices subject to change). Tickets are reserved seating. Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand. All tickets are reserved. Buy tickets at the Kia Center box office or Ticketmaster.com. All dates, act(s) and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, service, handling and facility fee charges. For Kia Center box office and ticket information, visit KiaCenter.com (phone purchases are unavailable through the Kia Center box office). Kia Center is located at 400 West Church Street and the box office is located on the north side of the Kia Center, near the intersection of Church Street and Hughey Avenue. 

 

About Position Sports

Position Sports, established in 2005, is a premium event production and brand marketing firm that specializes in event operations, activation development, media relations, and digital engagement. Over the years, Position Sports has worked with many of the world’s leading brands, including Nike, Jordan Brand, Red Bull, the Basketball Hall of Fame, ESPN Events, USA Basketball, Upper Deck, MLB, and T-Mobile in nearly every major U.S. city and on a global scale. Position Sports provides clients with the expanded strategic direction needed to succeed in the sports marketing arena, also known as Positioning. To learn more, visit positionsports.com or follow @positionsports on X and Instagram.

About Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

Located in Springfield, Massachusetts, the city where basketball was born, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting, preserving, and celebrating the game of basketball at every level—men and women, amateur and professional players, coaches, and contributors—both domestically and internationally. The Hall of Fame museum is home to more than 475 inductees and over 40,000 square feet of basketball history. Nearly 200,000 people visit the Hall of Fame museum each year to learn about the game, experience the interactive exhibits, and test their skills on the Jerry Colangelo "Court of Dreams." Best known for its annual marquee Enshrinement Ceremony honoring the game’s elite, the Hall of Fame also operates over 150 high school and collegiate competitions annually throughout the country and abroad. For more information on the Basketball Hall of Fame organization, its museum, and events, visit hoophall.com and follow @hoophallU.

 

About Kia Center

Kia Center, owned and operated by the City of Orlando on behalf of the Central Florida community, hosts games, concerts, family shows and major national events. Since opening in the fall of 2010, the arena has created more than 4,070 jobs, welcomed nearly 20 million guests, hosted over 3,250 events and generated a $6.5 billion economic output. The Orlando Magic served as the developer and the facility was designed to reflect the character of the community, meet the goals of the users and build on the legacy of sports and entertainment in Orlando. The 875,000-square-foot, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold-certified building features a sustainable, environmentally-friendly design with unmatched technology and multiple premium amenities available to all guests. Kia Center was honored with the International Association of Venue Managers' Venue Excellence Award, a distinction bestowed upon facilities that excel in the management and operation of public assembly venues. Additionally, the arena has earned numerous awards, which most notably includes TheStadiumBusiness Awards’ Customer Experience Award and was named SportsBusiness Journal's Sports Facility of the Year. For more information about Kia Center, visit KiaCenter.com

Denny's to Reward America's Heroes - Nominations are open through October 30

Denny's Is Looking for The People Who Never Stop Showing Up

 

America's Diner invites people across the country to nominate a hometown hero that consistently shows up when others need them most

Recently, America's Diner opened nominations for Denny's Heroes: A Grand Slam Thank You, a nationwide search for stories of generosity, resilience, leadership, and service that have changed lives or made communities stronger.

 

Every town has a hero who never stops showing up. The teacher who keeps snacks in her desk because she knows which kids come to school hungry. The coach who always finds room for one more child who needs somewhere to belong. The volunteer who keep coming back every Saturday because they know their neighbors are counting on them.  

 

If someone immediately came to mind, Denny's wants to hear their story and celebrate it. 

 

Nominations are open now through October 30 at dennysheroes.com.

 

"Every day in our restaurants, we see what it means when someone remembers your name, notices when you need something or makes room for you," said Chris Bode, president and chief executive officer of Denny's. "A Grand Slam Thank You carries that same care beyond our doors. Together with our franchise owners, we'll bring the diner to 30 hometown celebrations honoring individuals who keep showing up for others. Denny's was built one hometown at a time, and we want to bring communities together to celebrate the people who make those hometowns stronger."

 

A nomination may recognize one individual. Nominees may include educators, caregivers, first responders, coaches, veterans, volunteers, community supporters or anyone who is always the first to step forward when something needs to be done.

 

From the stories submitted, Denny's will select 30 heroes to receive a “Grand Slam Thank You,” a Denny's-catered hometown celebration for up to 50 guests hosted by a local franchise owner.

 

The celebration also looks ahead to an important milestone for America’s Diner. In May 2027, Denny’s will mark 50 years since the Grand Slam was first added to the menu in several Atlanta, Ga restaurants in celebration of baseball legend Hank Aaron. As that anniversary approaches, Denny’s Heroes: A Grand Slam Thank You carries the spirit of an iconic meal created to honor a hometown hero forward by recognizing a new generation of people making a difference in communities across the country.

 

"The people we hope to honor will never call themselves heroes. They are too busy making sure someone is fed, safe, seen or given another chance," said Fasika Melaku, chief people, enterprise communications and social impact officer of Denny’s. "We're asking people to stop for a moment and think about someone who has made a difference in their life, their family's life or their community, and then tell us their story. No one should have to become famous to hear the words, 'We see you. We see the need you noticed, the care you gave and the people who are stronger because you showed up. What you did mattered.'"

  

Nominate your hero today at dennysheroes.com. 

“Denny’s Heroes: A Grand Slam Thank You” Fact Sheet 

What is Denny's Heroes?

Denny’s Heroes is a nationwide community recognition initiative inviting people to nominate an individual who has made lives better or strengthened a community through generosity, resilience, leadership or service.

 

A Denny’s Hero could be an educator, caregiver, first responder, coach, veteran, volunteer, community supporter or simply the person who always steps forward when someone needs help. The program recognizes individuals, rather than groups or organizations.

What is a Grand Slam Thank You?

Denny’s will select 30 individuals to receive a Grand Slam Thank You, a Denny’s-catered hometown celebration for up to 50 guests hosted by a local franchise owner. The celebration is designed to bring together the people whose lives the hero has touched and give the community an opportunity to say thank you.

Why is Denny’s Doing This?

Denny’s was built one hometown at a time. For more than seven decades, its restaurants and franchise owners have served as gathering places for the communities around them. Denny’s Heroes builds on that connection by recognizing the people whose everyday actions make those communities stronger. 

The initiative also looks ahead to the 50th anniversary of the Grand Slam in May 2027. The iconic meal was first added to the menu at several Atlanta restaurants in recognition of baseball legend and hometown hero Hank Aaron. Denny’s Heroes carries that spirit forward by celebrating a new generation of people making a difference.

How to Nominate

Nominations can be made at www.dennysheroes.com and are open through October 30, 2026.

Sample Anchor Read

Every community has someone who consistently steps forward to help others, and Denny’s wants to celebrate them. The restaurant brand has launched “Denny’s Heroes,” a nationwide search for educators, caregivers, first responders, volunteers, and other individuals making a difference in their hometowns. Thirty selected heroes will receive a “Grand Slam Thank You,” including a Denny’s-catered celebration for up to 50 guests hosted by a local franchise owner. Nominations are open now through October 30. To nominate your Hometown Hero, visit www.dennysheros.com.

About Denny's Corp.

 

Denny's is a Spartanburg, S.C.-based family dining restaurant brand that has been welcoming guests to our booths for more than 70 years.

 

Our guiding principle is simple: We love to feed people. Denny’s provides craveable meals at a meaningful value across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late night. Whether it's at our brick-and-mortar locations, via Denny's on Demand (the first delivery platform in the family dining segment), or at The Meltdown, Banda Burrito, and The Burger Den, our three virtual restaurant concepts, Denny’s is ready to delight guests whenever and however they want to order. 

 

Our longstanding commitment to supporting our local communities in need is brought to life with our Mobile Relief Diner (that delivers hot meals to our neighbors during times of disaster), Denny's Hungry for Education™ scholarship program, our annual fundraiser with long-time-partner No Kid Hungry, and our new partnership supporting Cookies for Kids’ Cancer in their mission to fund research for new, improved and less toxic treatments for kids facing cancer. 

 

To learn more about Denny's, please visit our brand website at www.dennys.com or the brand's social channels via Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or YouTube. 

DISNEY ENTERTAINMENT TELEVISION UNVEILS POWERFUL MULTIPLATFORM COMMEMORATION OF THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2001

DISNEY ENTERTAINMENT TELEVISION UNVEILS POWERFUL MULTIPLATFORM COMMEMORATION OF THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2001

Key Initiatives Done in Collaboration With the 9/11 Memorial & Museum

David Muir, Robin Roberts and Diane Sawyer Anchor an ABC News Special Multiplatform Broadcast on Sept. 11 at 8:00 P.M. EDT Honoring the Resilience of America and Reflecting on the Anniversary, Available Across ABC, Disney+, Hulu, National Geographic and ABC News Live

Michael Strahan To Lead Special on How Sports and Entertainment Helped America Heal After the 9/11 Terror Attacks, Airing Sept. 1 at 9:00 P.M. EDT on ABC and Streaming Next Day on Disney+ and Hulu

National Geographic Debuts Trailer for New Three-Part Docuseries ‘9/11 Reunited,’ Chronicling Emotional Reunions Between Survivors and the People Who Changed Their Lives, Airing Aug. 21 on National Geographic Channel and Streaming Next Day on Disney+ and Hulu

As the nation approaches the 25^th anniversary of September 11, Disney Entertainment Television is bringing together the collective strengths of ABC News, National Geographic, Disney+, Hulu, ABC Owned Television Stations and ABC News Live for an unprecedented multiplatform commemoration honoring one of the defining moments in American history. Anchored by a live national broadcast from ABC News and WABC-TV New York, original documentary storytelling from National Geographic, groundbreaking digital experiences and educational editorial content developed in conjunction with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, the initiative reflects on the victims killed, the courage displayed in response and the resilience that followed while preserving these stories for future generations.

“Through the storytelling power of our platforms, we will mark this solemn anniversary with programming that honors the victims and their families and helps ensure that the stories of courage, compassion, and resilience that emerged from September 11 endure for future generations,” said Disney Entertainment Television Chairman Debra OConnell. “We are particularly proud to be able to shine a light on the work that the 9/11 Memorial & Museum does to honor those who were lost, those who risked their lives to save others, and those who have dedicated their life’s work to honoring their legacies.”

ABC News, With the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Inspires the Nation With Evening of Hope and Service

Airing for the first time is “9/11 Tribute in Light: Live from Lower Manhattan,” a one-hour ABC News multiplatform live special on Friday, Sept. 11 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT), across ABC, Disney+, Hulu, National Geographic, ABC Owned Television Stations livestreams and ABC News Live. “World News Tonight” anchor David Muir, “Good Morning America” co-anchor Robin Roberts and anchor Diane Sawyer will lead the broadcast live from New York City.

The special, produced in collaboration with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, will honor the victims killed, reflect on the lasting impact of September 11 and commemorate the resilience of the survivors, families, first responders and communities forever changed by the attacks.

Culminating in the iconic public art installation “Tribute in Light,” which has illuminated the New York City skyline every 9/11 since the attacks, the special seeks to create a moment for families across the city and country to remember, learn and be inspired together.

Prior to the broadcast, ABC News Live will stream a one-hour special edition of “Prime” from ground zero, hosted by “World News Tonight” Sunday and “Prime” anchor Linsey Davis and WABC-TV anchors Sade Baderinwa and Mike Marza. It will be available on WABC-TV New York, ABC News Live, Disney+, Hulu and ABC Owned Television Stations livestreams.

“Today, 100 million Americans are too young to remember 9/11 themselves. This special will reach across generations to commemorate, educate, and inspire — and to uphold our promise to never forget,” said Beth Hillman, president and CEO of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.

The Nation’s Journey Toward Healing and Resilience

ABC News will air a primetime special on Tuesday, Sept. 1 (9:00-11:00 p.m. EDT/PDT), led by “Good Morning America” co-anchor Michael Strahan, exploring how sports, music, Broadway, the media and comedy helped a grieving nation begin to heal and rediscover joy in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The special will air on ABC and stream next day on Disney+ and Hulu. There will be an encore simulcast on Friday, Sept. 11 (9:00-11:00 p.m. EDT/PDT), on ABC, ABC News Live, Disney+ and Hulu. Additional special coverage will continue across “Good Morning America,” “World News Tonight with David Muir,” “Nightline,” “This Week with George Stephanopoulos” and “The View,” highlighting profound stories of resilience and strength to honor this anniversary.

National Geographic Explores the Enduring Human Connections of September 11

National Geographic’s new three-part docuseries “9/11 Reunited” premieres Friday, Aug. 21 (8:00 p.m. EDT/PDT), with all episodes streaming the next day on Disney+ and Hulu. Created in collaboration with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum and from the Emmy ^® -Award winning team at 72 Films, the series revisits the deadliest terrorist attacks in U.S. history through the extraordinary human connections formed amid the chaos, courage and heartbreak of that day. Across the episodes, survivors, first responders and witnesses reunite with the strangers, rescuers and everyday heroes who changed, and in many cases saved, their lives on September 11. Many of these emotional reunions take place for the first time in 25 years, providing a rare opportunity to ask long-held questions, express gratitude, and reflect on how those moments have stayed with them for decades. 

“9/11 Reunited” is executive produced by David Glover and Mark Raphael of 72 Films, along with Academy Award^®-winners Dan Lindsay and TJ Martin. Louis Lee Ray produces, and Julian Jones directs the series for 72 Films. For National Geographic, Cate Hall and Carolyn Payne serve as executive producers. The trailer can be found HERE, and photos are available HERE.

Extending the storytelling beyond the docuseries, National Geographic will debut a groundbreaking digital experience in early September featuring an expansive video archive of never-before-seen footage, exclusive interviews and original source material drawn from its acclaimed catalog of 9/11 documentaries. Available on NatGeo.com, the searchable archive invites audiences to explore eyewitness testimony and the lasting aftermath of September 11 through an immersive, multi-perspective experience that brings together firsthand accounts and historical context.

Complementing the interactive archive, National Geographic will also publish a companion digital feature by 9/11 historian Garrett M. Graff examining the pivotal 17 minutes between the first and second plane impacts at the World Trade Center. Through a detailed, minute-by-minute narrative, the feature provides additional context and insight, enriching the broader interactive experience.

Rounding out the digital experience, National Geographic, in conjunction with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, will publish an original reportage on the annual “Tribute in Light” public art installation on September 11. The feature will include exclusive photography of this year’s installation by renowned architectural photographer Christopher Payne.

Supporting Education & Remembrance

One hundred million Americans today have no lived memory of September 11 and did not witness the unity, compassion, and service that defined our nation’s response. This collaboration with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum is part of the institution’s broader effort to build awareness of the continued significance of 9/11, reveal powerful stories of service that have unfolded over the last quarter century and help ensure the 9/11 Memorial & Museum is an enduring place of commemoration, education and inspiration for future generations.

Disney Entertainment Television’s commemoration kicked off in early June when “Good Morning America” exclusively introduced a new PSA campaign from the 9/11 Memorial & Museum to mark the 25^th anniversary of 9/11 by highlighting a new generation of Americans who were inspired by 9/11 heroes, including their own parents and loved ones, to pursue public service. The new campaign for The Never Forget Fund is a way for Americans to come together, affirm their promise to never forget those killed and support 9/11 education. To learn more about how to assist the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, please click HERE. Michael R. Bloomberg, chairman of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, has pledged to match the next $25 million raised for The Never Forget Fund.