This is TODAY: Everything you need to know about the iconic morning show and brand
As America's first-ever morning show, TODAY is your trusted destination to stay informed and get inspired. Whether it's on your TV or your phone, your day starts here, with the latest in news, wellness, parenting, pop-culture, and more — plus, all the tools you need to live a happier, healthier life. Read on for more information about TODAY on NBC, our anchors, our editorial content, and more.
Meet the TODAY Anchors
NBC’s TODAY is a news program that informs, entertains, inspires and sets the agenda each morning for Americans, starting at 7 a.m. Want to know more about hosts Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker, Carson Daly, Craig Melvin, Jenna Bush Hager, Dylan Dreyer, Sheinelle Jones, Willie Geist, Peter Alexander and Laura Jarrett? Read our anchors' bios here.
The History of TODAY
NBC pioneered morning television more than 72 yeas ago when the network debuted its new show, TODAY, in 1952.
Since then, the live broadcast program has become a cornerstone of American television, drawing millions of viewers each day who tune in for breaking news, celebrity interviews, live concerts, sports, business, lifestyle and all the latest happenings in pop culture.
Consider yourself a TODAY superfan? Brush up on some little-known facts about Studio 1A, the TODAY Plaza and Rockefeller Center below:
Millions of viewers tune into TODAY every morning.
In 1952, TODAY's expansive studio windows were given the nickname “Window on the World.”
Notable journalist Barbara Walters became the first woman to co-host TODAY in 1974.
The first band to perform at the first-ever TODAY summer concert series was Earth, Wind & Fire on June 16, 1995.
For even more fun facts, test your knowledge with these 55 TODAY Plaza trivia questions and answers.
30 Years of Studio 1A and the TODAY Plaza
Light the candles — this year marks the 30th anniversary of Studio 1A and the TODAY Plaza! The brainchild of NBC president Pat Weaver, TODAY was conceived back in the early 1950s as a two-hour morning TV show that would be both entertaining and informative.
Though he'd settled on the snappy name, “Rise and Shine,” Weaver's wife convinced him to change it to “TODAY.” And the rest, as they say, is history.
On June 20, 1994, Studio 1A opened to the world and has since produced three decades of unforgettable moments including dazzling Halloween costume reveals, live concerts performed by some of music’s biggest luminaries like Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Celine Dion and Prince, along with milestones like the Plaza’s transformation into a vaccine clinic at the height of the pandemic, as well as an impromptu concert venue for disaster relief in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
For a full visual timeline of Studio 1A and the TODAY Plaza, take a look back at the plaza's biggest and best moments here.
About Shop TODAY
The Shop TODAY editors and writers are shopping enthusiasts who seek out what’s new and best in style, beauty, home and tech. They scour the internet and comb through customer reviews to find the best products out there, with a focus on affordability and finds that will make your life rewarding, easier and more fun. Whether you’re looking for expert-approved recommendations and online deals and sales or gift guides for everyone in your life, you’ll find it here.
How to Visit the TODAY Plaza in New York City
No trip to New York is complete without a visit to the TODAY plaza. Whether you’re stopping by to see your favorite anchor or catching a summer concert, it’s a good idea to plan ahead.
To register for your visit, click here.
TODAY Guestbook
If you'd like to share your TODAY story and photos from your previous trip to the plaza, we want to hear from you.
This article was originally published on TODAY.com
