Fox News Media’s Proud American Franchise Returns for Eighth Consecutive Year With Special Memorial Day Themed Programming

Rhea-AI Summary

FOX News Media's franchise series Proud American will celebrate its eighth year by honoring U.S. armed forces and veterans, featuring stories across multiple platforms including FOX News Channel and FOX News Digital. In a Memorial Day commemoration, the series includes donations of $25,000 to The Navy Seal Foundation and $15,000 to the USO. Special programming starts May 28, with live broadcasts from iconic sites and special podcasts hosted by veterans. FOX News remains the top-rated cable news network, reaching 200 million monthly viewers.

Positive

• Highlighting American heroism enhances brand loyalty.
• Significant charitable donations ($40,000 total) boost corporate image.
• Continued leadership as the most-watched news channel for 19 years.
• Diverse content offerings across multiple platforms engage various audiences.

Negative

• None.

FOX News Media’s franchise series Proud American will kick off its eighth year celebrating the United States’ armed forces and those who have served by highlighting American heroism across the organization’s platforms, including FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX News Audio and FOX News Digital. In commemoration of Memorial Day, the signature series will feature uplifting and powerful stories of active members of the U.S. military as well as its veterans. Additionally, in recognition of the 2021 edition of Proud American, FOX News Media will donate $25,000 to The Navy Seal Foundation and $15,000 to the USO effort to deliver meals to service members supporting COVID-19 vaccine missions.

Leading up to and through the Memorial Day holiday, FNC will feature Proud American branded segments throughout the network’s daytime and evening programming, including interviews with veterans, top military officials and military philanthropists, among other inspiring content. Special coverage will begin on Friday, May 28^th with FOX & Friends’ Janice Dean broadcasting live from the Intrepid Air, Sea & Space Museum, while Griff Jenkins will co-anchor FOX News Live from the Marine Corps Memorial in Washington, DC on Saturday, May 29^th from 12-2 PM/ET.

FNC will also present “Proud American: Tunnel to Towers Special” hosted by veteran and FOX & Friends Weekend co-host Pete Hegseth on Saturday May 29^th at 8 PM/ET from Liberty State Park with the Freedom Tower as a backdrop. Sponsored by the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, the special will provide viewers with a look inside the history of the charitable organization, introduce the audience to families that Tunnel to Towers has impacted and spotlight the upcoming 20^th anniversary of 9/11. On Sunday, May 30^th at 10PM/ET, Hegseth will also host “Modern Warriors: Reflections,” honoring four American warriors, among the veterans who have bravely served our nation. Coverage will continue through FNC’s primetime programming on Memorial Day (May 31) with various programs highlighting the franchise.

Additionally, FOX News Audio will present The Proud American Podcast Series with all new episodes leading up to Memorial Day. In this special five-part podcast series, veteran and FOX Nation host Johnny Joey Jones reminds listeners of those who served and secured the many freedoms Americans enjoy today. Additionally, FOX News Radio will release two hour-long specials to its affiliate network, including Proud American Special with Jones, and a special edition of Jason in the House with FNC contributor and former Utah Congressman Jason Chaffetz. FOX News Digital will also provide curated Proud American content on a dedicated FOXNews.com webpage leading up to Memorial Day.

FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the upcoming AVOD platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 19 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210526006006/en/

FAQ

What is the Proud American series by FOX News Media?

Proud American is a franchise series by FOX News Media that honors U.S. armed forces and veterans through uplifting stories and programming.

How much is FOX News donating for Memorial Day 2021?

FOX News is donating $25,000 to The Navy Seal Foundation and $15,000 to the USO in recognition of Memorial Day 2021.

When does the Proud American programming start?

The Proud American programming will begin on May 28, 2021, leading up to and through Memorial Day.

What special events are planned for the Proud American series?

Special events include live broadcasts from significant locations, interviews with veterans, and a dedicated podcast series.

How many people does FOX News Media reach monthly?

FOX News Media reaches approximately 200 million people each month.