Kelsey Grammer to Host Hearst’s ‘The Great American Journey’ for NBC (EXCLUSIVE)

“The Great American Journey,” hosted by actor and producer Kelsey Grammer, will premiere on Aug. 22, in honor of the 250^th anniversary of the United States independence. “The Great American Journey” will air weekend mornings on NBC’s “The More You Know” and be available to stream on Peacock and NBC.com.

Per the official description, “The Great American Journey” will “travel the country celebrating American history and exploring the people, places and ideas that have shaped our nation. The series will examine how the American story continues to evolve and the role each generation plays in defining what comes next.”

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The original series is created by the Hearst Media Production Group and produced with support from the State Department’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.

“As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, this series will showcase the best of America — our culture, institutions, history and enduring spirit of innovation,” said Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Cate Dillon.

Frank Biancuzzo, president of HMPG, added, “We are approaching this commemorative television production with a commitment to storytelling, authenticity and perspective. We’ve assembled an extraordinary team and want every episode to resonate with audiences in a meaningful and lasting way.”

HMPG’s current program portfolio comprises more than 30 original series and hundreds of hours of content annually on leading broadcast networks and station groups, along with connected TV and streaming platforms.

Grammer, who will also serve as one of the program’s executive producers, is best known for his portrayal of Dr. Frasier Crane on “Cheers,” “Frasier,” and “Wings.” Grammer is represented by UTA and Vault Entertainment.