All Star Tribute Elvis Presley 50th Anniversary of Comeback Special 2018

Celebrating one of the greatest musical events in television history, NBC honors a true legend when it airs Elvis AllStar Tribute, a look back at the network s iconic 1968 special that put Elvis Presley back on the map. From Ken Ehrlich, veteran executive producer of the Grammy Awards and a multiEmmy Award nominee, the twohour special will feature an allstar group of music superstars who will pay tribute to Elvis, recreating the spectacle even the staging of that legendary night. Elvis December 3, 1968 special was his first live television performance since 1961 and a monumental television event. Dressed in a black leather jumpsuit and playing with a full band in front of an intimate audience, the telecast was hugely popular and was, in fact, the No. 1rated show on NBC that season. In addition to musical performances, the special will showcase rare Elvis footage, outtakes and interviews from those involved in the special, including Director Steve Binder. Whether you re a life