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Diana Ross to Headline New Year's Eve 2026 Bash

12/11/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Diana Ross will headline Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2026, performing a medley of hits including 'I'm Coming Out' and 'Upside Down'.
The show will feature 39 artists, airing on American Broadcasting Company (ABC) on December 31, 2026, at 8 p.m. EST.
Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora will host from Times Square, with celebrations in Las Vegas and Chicago.
The broadcast will stream on Hulu the following day.

History

Historical Context

Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve premiered on December 31, 1972, as a youthful alternative to Guy Lombardo's long-running New Year's specials. By 1979, it surpassed Lombardo's show in viewership, establishing itself as America's premier New Year's Eve celebration. Today, the event continues to evolve, with Diana Ross performing alongside 39 artists in 2026, reflecting ongoing cultural shifts in entertainment.

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Story summary

Diana Ross will headline Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2026, performing a medley of hits including 'I'm Coming Out' and 'Upside Down'.
The show will feature 39 artists, airing on American Broadcasting Company (ABC) on December 31, 2026, at 8 p.m. EST.
Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora will host from Times Square, with celebrations in Las Vegas and Chicago.
The broadcast will stream on Hulu the following day.

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