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Whether it was watching Usain Bolt in primetime, streaming Simone Biles on the NBC Sports app, interacting with Michael Phelps on Facebook Live, or watching the highlight of Neymar's game-winning goal in the men's soccer final on NBC Olympics' Snapchat Discover channel, one thing is clear: Millennials love the Olympics.

Dennis Zacek and Grippo Stage Co., Inc., are presenting CONFESSIONS OF A P.I.M.P., written and performed by Broadway and Chicago star Andre De Shields, and directed by Samuel G. Roberson and Dennis Zacek. The cast also includes Kimberly Lawson and Donica Lynn.

This week, 'Hamilton' actor, Daniel J. Watts, 'Shuffle Along' Tony- nominee, Brandon Victor Dixon, and 'Motown' actor, Warren Adams, partnered up to organize 'Broadway Circle Up- This Is How We Shoot Back' a video project that saw more than 100 members of the Broadway community meeting under the lights of the Minskoff Theatre to raise their voices in protest of the continuous cycle of prejudice and violence toward black citizens.

Lonnie Ali, wife of the late Muhammad Ali, will sit down with Matt Lauer in her first interview since the passing of her husband.  The live, in-studio interview will air Tuesday, August 23 on NBC News' TODAY. 

Bravo Media drops anchor with a season two pickup of the breakout original series “Below Deck Mediterranean.” The series, an expansion of one of Bravo's most lavish franchises, is the network's fastest growing show over the past three years among P25-54.

E! News is reinventing entertainment and pop culture coverage for the millennial generation, and today the brand launches the new “BE POP CULTURED” multi-platform marketing initiative that reflects the cutting-edge and up-to-the-minute nature of the content creator.

“THH” is back and funny AF. Comedy Central's stand-up series “The Half Hour” is back with a huge roster of talented comedians and premieres on Friday, August 26 at midnight ET/PT and 12:30 a.m. ET/PT featuring Noah Gardenswartz and Ramon Rivas II. The preview episode “Must CC: The Half Hour” with highlights from all 17 comedians is available on the Comedy Central App and cc.com/shows/the-half-hour.

Platinum-selling Atlanta rapper Future today announced that he will perform at the 2016 "MTV Video Music Awards."  The performance will mark Future's first appearance on the VMA stage.  The 2016 VMAs will air LIVE from New York's iconic Madison Square Garden for the first time ever on Sunday, August 28 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

For the past year Haylie Duff has juggled being a new mom with an acting career and keeping up her successful food blog, The Real Girl's Kitchen. Now, her busy schedule is bringing her across the country to Austin, Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New Orleans, New York, and Santa Barbara but Haylie does not believe in a trip that is all work and no play. In each new city, she makes time for food-filled adventures and reconnecting with friends and family. Come along on the eight half-hour episodes of Haylie's America, beginning on Thursday, September 8th at 10pm ET/ 7pm PT on Cooking Channel, as Haylie explores trendy new hot spots, old-school mainstays, and everything tasty in between. The fun and adventure are non-stop, with each place she visits more delicious than the last!

NBC Olympics' exclusive and unprecedented multi-platform coverage of the 2016 Rio Olympics continues to dominate the competition.

Below, watch as Barbra Streisand is joined by Antonio Banderas to record 'Take Me To the World' by Stephen Sondheim.

Wedding bells were ringing Wednesday, asVanderpump Rules' Katie Maloney andTom Schwartz tied the knot in front of about 100 friends and family members. One day after the ceremony, the Bravo reality stars shared a exclusive photos from their special day with E! News.

Comedians tear up the stage in “Goddamn Comedy Jam” which showcases Pete Davidson (“SNL“), Adam Devine (“Workaholics” & “Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates“), Jim Jefferies (“Jim Jefferies: Freedumb“), Natasha Leggero (“Another Period“) and Jay Pharoah (“SNL“) telling funny, poignant and ridiculous stories that have an association with an iconic hit song. After each story, the comedians sing their song live backed by the Comedy Jam Band. The one-hour comedy and music special premieres with limited commercial interruption on Sunday, August 28 at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT on Comedy Central.

DECADES Network, the multicast TV network from Weigel Broadcasting Co. and CBS Television Stations, announces a special four-day tribute to the slapstick comic legacy of The Three Stooges. The event is scheduled to air Monday, August 29 through Thursday, September 1, in honor of the 33rd anniversary of The Three Stooges receiving their star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. To celebrate, DECADES will present the broadcast television premiere of a nine-part Three Stooges documentary HEY MOE! HEY DAD!, as well as a collection of The Three Stooges movies.

This fall, pop in for some pop-up feasts in unique settings--joining some of the country's most innovative chefs and food artisans for a new culinary adventure when Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking returns to kick-off Season Four. The Emmy® nominated food and travel series, hosted by award-winning Australian chef and author Pete Evans, travels to an array of incredible food destinations in 13 all-new episodes designed to inspire home cooks everywhere. Produced by WGBH and Fine Cooking magazine, the series premieres on public television stations beginning Saturday, September 3rd (check local listings).

Today, Wednesday, August 17th on CNBC's “Power Lunch” J.C. Penney CEO Marvin Ellison speaks to CNBC's Courtney Reagan today about his company's turnaround, growth and outlook.

NBC Olympics' exclusive and unprecedented multi-platform coverage of the 2016 Rio Olympics continues to dominate the competition.

NBC Sports Group's robust coverage of the 2016 cycling season continues this Saturday, August 20, as NBC Sports Gold begins exclusive live coverage of the 2016 Vuelta a España - the final Grand Tour of the season. Coverage of the 21-stage race begins at 12:20 p.m. ET, with Stage 1, a team time trial from the Laias Health Resort to the Castrelo de Miño Nautical Park.NBC Sports Gold's live coverage continues daily throughout the tour, culminating on Sunday, September 11.

In a brand new interview, singer/actress, Victoria Justice, chats about her role in FOX's upcoming THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW. Click below to see the star talk about tackling the iconic role of Janet Weiss and what it's like working with Laverne Cox!

Artistic Director of the Old Vic Matthew Warchus, composer and lyricist Tim Minchin, choreographer Peter Darling, and designer Rob Howell, four of the creators of the international sensation Matilda The Musical, have joined forces with writer Danny Rubin to collaborate on a new musical based on his 1993 hit film Groundhog Day. The brand-new musical had its opening today at the Old Vic and the critics are weighing in.