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NBC (National Broadcasting Company) is an American English-language commercial broadcast television network. It is a flagship property of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast. The network is headquartered at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City, with additional major offices near Los Angeles (at 10 Universal City Plaza) and in Chicago (at the NBC Tower).

History

NBC was founded in 1926 by the Radio Corporation of America (RCA), which was then owned by General Electric (GE), Westinghouse, and United Fruit Company. It is the oldest major broadcast network in the United States. NBC initially began as a radio network before expanding into television in 1939.

Early Years

NBC's first broadcast was on November 15, 1926. The network quickly grew, establishing a coast-to-coast network of radio stations. In 1939, NBC began regular television broadcasts from the New York World's Fair.

Television Era

NBC's television network was officially launched in 1941. The network became known for its innovative programming and was the first to broadcast in color in 1954. NBC's early television hits included shows like The Tonight Show, Meet the Press, and The Today Show.

Modern Era

In 1986, General Electric reacquired RCA, and with it, NBC. The network continued to grow, acquiring rights to major sporting events and expanding its news division. In 2004, NBC merged with Vivendi Universal Entertainment to form NBCUniversal. In 2011, Comcast acquired a controlling interest in NBCUniversal.

Programming

NBC offers a wide range of programming, including news, sports, drama, comedy, and reality television.

News

NBC's news division, NBC News, produces several well-known programs, including NBC Nightly News, Today, and Dateline NBC.

Sports

NBC Sports broadcasts a variety of sports events, including the Olympic Games, NFL games, and the NHL.

Entertainment

NBC has produced many popular television series, such as Friends, Seinfeld, The Office, and Parks and Recreation.

Affiliates

NBC has a large network of affiliate stations across the United States. These affiliates broadcast NBC's programming and often produce their own local news and other content.

Logos and Branding

NBC is known for its iconic peacock logo, which was first introduced in 1956 to promote the network's color broadcasts. The logo has undergone several redesigns over the years but remains a symbol of the network.

See Also

• NBCUniversal
• Comcast
• ABC (American Broadcasting Company)
• CBS
• Fox Broadcasting Company