Disney Commemorates 25th Anniversary of September 11 with Multiplatform Tribute
Disney Entertainment Television has launched a comprehensive commemoration of the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. The multiplatform initiative brings together ABC News, National Geographic, Disney+, Hulu, and ABC Owned Television Stations to honor the victims and survivors of the attacks.
The tribute includes a live national broadcast from ABC News and WABC-TV New York, original documentary storytelling from National Geographic, digital experiences, and educational editorial content developed in conjunction with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. The goal is to preserve the stories of courage, compassion, and resilience that emerged from September 11 for future generations.
Michael Strahan will lead a 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's new three-part docuseries '9/11 Reunited' premieres Friday, Aug. 21 at 8:00 P.M. EDT/PDT, with all episodes streaming the next day on Disney+ and Hulu.
The 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 25th 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.
Disney Entertainment Television Chairman Debra OConnell said, '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.'