For 2018, NBCUniversal went beyond with an Upfront presentation that brought together our entire portfolio in a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience. Watch E! The Rundown’s Erin Lim recap of the event in the video above. To learn more about what we discussed at Monday’s presentation, read below.
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Stars from across NBCUniversal’s portfolio arrived early Monday morning to light up the Red Carpet at Radio City Music Hall. The presentation kicked off with a send up of Universal’s upcoming film Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, featuring NBCUniversal’s roster of culture-defining talent.
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Returning once again to the Upfront stage, Seth Meyers kicked off the programming highlights for NBC with a hilarious stand up set. New shows in comedy, alternative & reality, and drama showcased how there’s something for everyone in NBC’s primetime lineup.
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The new additions to NBCUniversal’s portfolio took center stage, including Syfy‘s future fan-favorites Nightflyers and Deadly Class, and Dirty John series for both Bravo and Oxygen. Plus, in celebration of the People’s Choice Awards joining E!, the network held a real-time interactive vote with Upfront attendees. CNBC Primetime welcomed the exciting return of Deal or No Deal.
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Telemundo premiered a trailer for the political thriller Prisionero Número Uno. They later finished the day with an all-out celebration of the network’s hallmark year and the future to come. Cesar Conde, Chairman of Telemundo Enterprises, spoke to the influence of US Hispanics and how NBCUniversal is the only media company that can authentically gain the attention of these powerful consumers. J Balvin then took the stage for a special performance in front of an influential audience of Súper Series stars, Telemundo personalities, and leaders from across the industry.
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The 2018 Upfront was unlike any other in NBCUniversal’s history. From a surprise appearance by the Gold medal-winning US Women’s Hockey team to the WWE ring emerging from the stage, the presentation highlighted what makes the NBCUniversal portfolio truly unequaled.
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Steve Burke, CEO, NBCUniversal gave the presentation’s opening remarks, speaking to the power of the company’s portfolio and its year of record-breaking successes. Linda Yaccarino, Chairman, Advertising Sales & Client Partnerships, took to the Upfront stage to reinforce NBCUniversal as the industry leader.
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Well, that’s it for this year’s Upfront recap. To learn more about all things NBCU, explore Together.nbcuni.com.